2006 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1992 Renault 19
To start off, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,792 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault 19 (93 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 19 weights approximately 4 kg more than 2006 Fiat Grande 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, 1992 Renault 19 (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Renault 19 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 | 1992 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Grande Punto | 19 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1096 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
