1958 Fiat 500 vs. 2007 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2007 Renault Trafic is newer by 49 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Trafic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Trafic (101 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Trafic should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Trafic weights approximately 1207 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.
Because 1958 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 1958 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault Trafic, 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, 2007 Renault Trafic (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 500 | 2007 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 500 | Trafic |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| 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 | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 2240 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 90 L |
