1992 Renault 19 vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1992 Renault 19. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 19 weights approximately 53 kg more than 2012 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, 1992 Renault 19 (181 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Renault 19 | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Renault | Fiat |
| Model | 19 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1072 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2301 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
