2006 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1982 Renault 11
To start off, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 11 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Renault 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Renault 11 (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Renault 11 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 197 kg more than 1982 Renault 11.
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, 1982 Renault 11 (136 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Renault 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Grande Punto | 1982 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Grande Punto | 11 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 34 L |
