1958 Fiat 500 vs. 1977 Renault 15
To start off, 1977 Renault 15 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Renault 15 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Renault 15 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1958 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Renault 15 (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1977 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 500 | 1977 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 500 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 55 L |
