2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1977 Renault 12
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Renault 12 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Renault 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Punto (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1977 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1977 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Renault 12 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto.
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, 2003 Fiat Punto (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Renault 12. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1977 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Punto | 12 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |
