1996 Fiat Punto vs. 1988 Renault Espace
To start off, 1996 Fiat Punto is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault Espace would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault Espace (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Punto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault Espace weights approximately 330 kg more than 1996 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, 1988 Renault Espace (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Punto. (84 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Punto | 1988 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Punto | Espace |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
