1955 Fiat 600 vs. 1981 Renault 18
To start off, 1981 Renault 18 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Renault 18 (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault 18 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1955 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Fiat 600 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 1955 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Renault 18, 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, 1981 Renault 18 (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Fiat 600 | 1981 Renault 18 | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | 600 | 18 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 633 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 56 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |