1956 Fiat 1100 vs. 1990 Renault 4
To start off, 1990 Renault 4 is newer by 34 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 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Fiat 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Fiat 1100 (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1990 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Fiat 1100 should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1990 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Renault 4, 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, 1956 Fiat 1100 (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1956 Fiat 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Fiat 1100 | 1990 Renault 4 | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | 1100 | 4 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 62 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |