2005 Fiat Punto vs. 1975 Renault 15
To start off, 2005 Fiat Punto is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Punto (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1975 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Punto weights approximately 30 kg more than 1975 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Fiat Punto (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 15. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 1975 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Punto | 15 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
