2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1980 Renault Fuego
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 Fuego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault Fuego would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault Fuego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault Fuego (96 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault Fuego should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault Fuego weights approximately 45 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.
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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault Fuego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault Fuego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1980 Renault Fuego | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Punto | Fuego |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 56 L |
