2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1984 Renault 18
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1984 Renault 18. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 95 kg more than 1984 Renault 18. 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, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 18. (164 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 1984 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Grande Punto | 18 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
