1957 Fiat 500 vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (97 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 990 kg more than 1957 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Fiat 500 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 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Renault Laguna (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 500. 1995 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 1957 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1957 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 500 | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 500 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.5 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 66 L |
