1968 Fiat 500 vs. 1980 Renault 14
To start off, 1980 Renault 14 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault 14 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault 14 (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault 14 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault 14 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Renault 14, 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, 1980 Renault 14 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1980 Renault 14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 500 | 1980 Renault 14 | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | 500 | 14 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1980 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 497 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1410 mm |