2004 Fiat Punto vs. 1981 Renault 18
To start off, 2004 Fiat Punto is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 18 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Renault 18 (66 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Punto. (60 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault 18 weights approximately 200 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, 1981 Renault 18 (124 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Punto | 1981 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Punto | 18 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
