1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1992 Renault 19
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1992 Renault 19. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 19 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto.
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, 1992 Renault 19 (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1992 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Punto | 19 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
