1992 Fiat Cinquecento vs. 1981 Renault 4
To start off, 1992 Fiat Cinquecento is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 4 would be higher. At 956 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Renault 4 (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. (32 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Renault 4 should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault 4 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. 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, 1981 Renault 4 (63 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Fiat Cinquecento | 1981 Renault 4 | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Cinquecento | 4 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 704 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 32 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |