1959 Fiat 750 vs. 1988 Renault 11
To start off, 1988 Renault 11 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 750 would be higher. At 1,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 11 (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 11 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 11 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1959 Fiat 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 750 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 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Renault 11, 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, 1988 Renault 11 (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 750.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 750 | 1988 Renault 11 | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | 750 | 11 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 746 cc | 1237 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2490 mm |