2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 25 (144 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (83 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 25 weights approximately 250 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, 1984 Renault 25 (215 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Punto | 25 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |
