2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1989 Renault 19
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Punto (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1989 Renault 19. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault 19 weights approximately 40 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 19. (124 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1989 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Punto | 19 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 115 L |
