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, 1980 Renault 15 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (51 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Fiat Punto (149 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm). 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 | 1242 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
