1967 Fiat 600 vs. 1990 Renault 4
To start off, 1990 Renault 4 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 956 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault 4 (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault 4 should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat 600 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1990 Renault 4.
Because 1967 Fiat 600 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 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Renault 4, 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, 1990 Renault 4 (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Renault 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat 600 | 1990 Renault 4 | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | 600 | 4 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 62 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |