1994 Fiat Punto vs. 2011 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2011 Renault Laguna is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Laguna weights approximately 430 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto. 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, 2011 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 2011 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Punto | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
