1967 Fiat 500 vs. 2007 Renault Logan
To start off, 2007 Renault Logan is newer by 40 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Logan (74 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 500. (14 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Logan should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Logan weights approximately 685 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, 2007 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, 2007 Renault Logan (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 500 | 2007 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 500 | Logan |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 50 L |
