1956 Fiat 600 vs. 1992 Renault 19
To start off, 1992 Renault 19 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,764 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault 19 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 19 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1956 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Renault 19, 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, 1992 Renault 19 (166 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Fiat 600 | 1992 Renault 19 | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | 600 | 19 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 633 cc | 1764 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |