2005 Fiat Punto vs. 1964 Renault 8
To start off, 2005 Fiat Punto is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault 8 would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Renault 8 (95 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Renault 8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Punto weights approximately 187 kg more than 1964 Renault 8.
Because 1964 Renault 8 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 1964 Renault 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault 8. (99 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 1964 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Punto | 8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2280 mm |
