2005 Fiat Punto vs. 1986 Renault 21
To start off, 2005 Fiat Punto is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault 21 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (84 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Punto weights approximately 15 kg more than 1986 Renault 21.
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 (195 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 21. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 1986 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Punto | 21 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |
