2007 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1992 Renault 19
To start off, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 15 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1992 Renault 19. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 19 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto.
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, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 19. (85 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Grande Punto | 1992 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Grande Punto | 19 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
