1953 Fiat 1100 vs. 2004 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2004 Renault Laguna is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Laguna (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Laguna weights approximately 565 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Fiat 1100 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 1953 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Renault Laguna (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (69 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1100 | 2004 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 1100 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 122 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
