1973 Fiat 500 vs. 2010 Renault Logan
To start off, 2010 Renault Logan is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Logan (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Logan should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Logan weights approximately 770 kg more than 1973 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Renault Logan (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 500 | 2010 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 500 | Logan |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 80.5 mm |
| 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 | 510 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 50 L |
