1978 Renault Siete vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault Siete would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat 500 (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1978 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat 500 weights approximately 124 kg more than 1978 Renault Siete. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault Siete. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Renault Siete | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Renault | Fiat |
| Model | Siete | 500 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1037 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2310 mm |
