1957 Fiat 500 vs. 2009 Renault Logan
To start off, 2009 Renault Logan is newer by 52 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Logan (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Logan should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Logan weights approximately 810 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, 2009 Renault Logan, 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, 2009 Renault Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 500 | 2009 Renault Logan | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | 500 | Logan |
Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |