2002 Fiat Punto vs. 1961 Renault 4
To start off, 2002 Fiat Punto is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Fiat Punto (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1961 Renault 4. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1961 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Fiat Punto weights approximately 324 kg more than 1961 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, 2002 Fiat Punto (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Renault 4. (51 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Punto | 1961 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Punto | 4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 110 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 34 L |
