1971 Renault 17 vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 17 would be higher. At 1,565 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Renault 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Renault 17 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2010 Fiat 500. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Renault 17 should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat 500.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Fiat 500 (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 17. (133 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 17.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Renault 17 | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Renault | Fiat |
Model | 17 | 500 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1565 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 17.6:1 |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2310 mm |