2005 Fiat Punto vs. 1991 Renault 25
To start off, 2005 Fiat Punto is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault 25 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault 25 (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Punto weights approximately 5 kg more than 1991 Renault 25.
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 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault 25. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 1991 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Punto | 25 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1145 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 |
