2005 Fiat Punto vs. 1988 Renault 21
To start off, 2005 Fiat Punto is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 21 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 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 85 kg more than 1988 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 (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 1988 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Punto | 21 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |
