2008 Fiat Punto vs. 1990 Renault 19
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Punto (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1990 Renault 19. (80 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Punto weights approximately 210 kg more than 1990 Renault 19. 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, 2008 Fiat Punto (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 19. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Punto | 1990 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Punto | 19 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |
