2004 Fiat Punto vs. 1974 Renault 17
To start off, 2004 Fiat Punto is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 17 would be higher. At 1,606 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Renault 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Renault 17 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Punto. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Renault 17 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Renault 17 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 17. (136 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Punto | 1974 Renault 17 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Punto | 17 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |
