2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1988 Renault 21
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1988 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 325 kg more than 1988 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 1988 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Grande Punto | 21 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1280 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
