1964 Fiat 500 vs. 2004 Renault Logan
To start off, 2004 Renault Logan is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Logan (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Logan should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Logan weights approximately 429 kg more than 1964 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Renault Logan, 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, 2004 Renault Logan (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 500 | 2004 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 500 | Logan |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
