1984 Renault 18 vs. 2011 Fiat 500
To start off, 2011 Fiat 500 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 18 (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2011 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 18 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2011 Fiat 500. 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, 1984 Renault 18 (164 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat 500. (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 18 | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Renault | Fiat |
| Model | 18 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 35 L |
