1948 Fiat 500 vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (115 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 518 kg more than 1948 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Fiat 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Fiat 500 | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 500 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 52 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1308 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2720 mm |
