2005 Fiat Punto vs. 1985 Renault 4
To start off, 2005 Fiat Punto is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Punto (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1985 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Punto weights approximately 300 kg more than 1985 Renault 4. 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, 2005 Fiat Punto (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 1985 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Punto | 4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
