1957 Fiat 1100 vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 725 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Renault Laguna (327 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 1100 | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | 1100 | Laguna |
Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2187 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 327 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |