1958 Fiat 1400 vs. 1979 Renault 4
To start off, 1979 Renault 4 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Fiat 1400 (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1979 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Fiat 1400 should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1979 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Fiat 1400 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 1958 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Renault 4, 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, 1958 Fiat 1400 (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 1400 | 1979 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 1400 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
