1960 Fiat 600 vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 600 kg more than 1960 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Fiat 600 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 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Renault Laguna (271 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 600. 2007 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 1960 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1960 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fiat 600 | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | 600 | Laguna |
Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 633 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |