2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 374 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Grande Punto | 1981 Renault 9 | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Grande Punto | 9 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2490 mm |