1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1982 Renault Siete
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault Siete would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (75 HP) has 31 more horse power than 1982 Renault Siete. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Punto weights approximately 105 kg more than 1982 Renault Siete. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Fiat Punto (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault Siete. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1982 Renault Siete | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Punto | Siete |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2540 mm |
