2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1980 Renault 18
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Punto (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1980 Renault 18. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault 18 weights approximately 25 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 (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 18. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1980 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Punto | 18 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |
