2008 Fiat Punto vs. 1992 Renault 19
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 16 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, 2008 Fiat Punto (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1992 Renault 19. (93 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat 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 61 kg more than 2008 Fiat 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, 1992 Renault 19 (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Punto. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Punto | 1992 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Punto | 19 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 178 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 | 1035 kg | 1096 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
