1967 Fiat 500 vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 38 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 790 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, 2005 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (152 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 500. (24 Nm). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 500 | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 500 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 68 L |
