1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1984 Renault Siete
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault Siete would be higher. Both 1994 Fiat Punto and 1984 Renault Siete are equipped with a 1,108 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1984 Renault Siete. (44 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Punto weights approximately 25 kg more than 1984 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, 1984 Renault Siete (85 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Renault Siete will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1984 Renault Siete | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Punto | Siete |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2540 mm |
