2005 Fiat Punto vs. 1988 Renault 25
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 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 25 (124 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 25 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2005 Fiat Punto. 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, 1988 Renault 25 (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 1988 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Punto | 25 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |
