1970 Fiat 500 vs. 1980 Renault Siete
To start off, 1980 Renault Siete is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,037 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault Siete is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault Siete (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault Siete should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault Siete weights approximately 305 kg more than 1970 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Renault Siete, 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 Siete (73 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Renault Siete will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Fiat 500 | 1980 Renault Siete | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | 500 | Siete |
Year Released | 1970 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1037 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 27 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2540 mm |