1960 Fiat 1200 vs. 1984 Renault Rodeo
To start off, 1984 Renault Rodeo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Fiat 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Fiat 1200 (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1984 Renault Rodeo. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Fiat 1200 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1984 Renault Rodeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Fiat 1200 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 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Renault Rodeo, 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, 1960 Fiat 1200 (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault Rodeo. (72 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1960 Fiat 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 1200 | 1984 Renault Rodeo | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 1200 | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 34 L |
