2005 Fiat Punto vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 2005 Fiat Punto is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Punto (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Punto weights approximately 75 kg more than 1980 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 (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Punto | 15 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |
