1998 Fiat Punto vs. 1981 Renault 4
To start off, 1998 Fiat Punto is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Punto (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1981 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Punto weights approximately 265 kg more than 1981 Renault 4. 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, 1998 Fiat Punto (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 4. (63 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Punto | 1981 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Punto | 4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
