1966 Fiat 500 vs. 1999 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1999 Renault Laguna is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Laguna (109 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Laguna weights approximately 745 kg more than 1966 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Renault Laguna (153 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat 500 | 1999 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 500 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2680 mm |
