1967 Fiat 500 vs. 1982 Renault 11
To start off, 1982 Renault 11 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Renault 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Renault 11 (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Renault 11 should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Renault 11 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1967 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Renault 11, 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, 1982 Renault 11 (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Renault 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 500 | 1982 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 500 | 11 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 497 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 34 L |
