2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1995 Renault Sport Spider
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Sport Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Sport Spider would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Sport Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Sport Spider (144 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (83 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Sport Spider should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Punto weights approximately 110 kg more than 1995 Renault Sport Spider.
Because 1995 Renault Sport Spider is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Renault Sport Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Sport Spider. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Sport Spider.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Punto | 1995 Renault Sport Spider | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Punto | Sport Spider |
Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.2 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 50 L |