1977 Renault 20 vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Renault 20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Renault 20 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Renault 20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat 500 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1977 Renault 20. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1977 Renault 20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Renault 20 weights approximately 330 kg more 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 (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Renault 20. (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Renault 20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Renault 20 | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Renault | Fiat |
| Model | 20 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |
