1989 Renault 4 vs. 2011 Fiat 500
To start off, 2011 Fiat 500 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat 500 (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1989 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat 500 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1989 Renault 4. 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, 2011 Fiat 500 (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 4. 2011 Fiat 500 has automatic transmission and 1989 Renault 4 has manual transmission. 1989 Renault 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Renault 4 | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Renault | Fiat |
| Model | 4 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2310 mm |
