1960 Fiat 500 vs. 2006 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2006 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Vel Satis (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 1305 kg more than 1960 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Renault Vel Satis, 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, 2006 Renault Vel Satis (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 500. (30 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fiat 500 | 2006 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | 500 | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 500 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1960 mm | 2850 mm |