1960 Fiat 1100 vs. 1994 Renault 19
To start off, 1994 Renault 19 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,764 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault 19 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault 19 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1960 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Fiat 1100 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 1960 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Renault 19, 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 19 (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 1100 | 1994 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 1100 | 19 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1087 cc | 1764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
