1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 1994 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1994 Renault Laguna is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault Laguna (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Because 1959 Fiat 1500 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 1959 Fiat 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Renault Laguna, 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, 1994 Renault Laguna (142 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 1994 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 1994 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 1500 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2680 mm |
