2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1987 Renault 21
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1987 Renault 21. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 175 kg more than 1987 Renault 21. 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 (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 21. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 1987 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Grande Punto | 21 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2820 mm |
