1957 Fiat 600 vs. 1989 Renault 19
To start off, 1989 Renault 19 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Renault 19 (92 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault 19 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1957 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Renault 19 (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 600 | 1989 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 600 | 19 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 38 L |
