1999 Fiat Punto vs. 1989 Renault 25
To start off, 1999 Fiat Punto is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 25 would be higher. Both 1999 Fiat Punto and 1989 Renault 25 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Renault 25 (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Punto. (80 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault 25 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Fiat Punto (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 25. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Punto | 1989 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Punto | 25 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |
