2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Renault 15 (98 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (93 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 15 weights approximately 94 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Renault 15 (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Punto | 15 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 56 L |
