1956 Fiat 1100 vs. 1984 Renault Siete
To start off, 1984 Renault Siete is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault Siete is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Fiat 1100 (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1984 Renault Siete. (44 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Fiat 1100 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault Siete weights approximately 10 kg more than 1956 Fiat 1100.
Because 1956 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 1956 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Renault Siete, 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, 1984 Renault Siete (85 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1984 Renault Siete will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 1100 | 1984 Renault Siete | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 1100 | Siete |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2540 mm |
