1994 Renault Laguna vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,067 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault Laguna (114 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault Laguna weights approximately 117 kg more than 2012 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, 1994 Renault Laguna (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500. 2012 Fiat 500 has automatic transmission and 1994 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 1994 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Renault Laguna | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Renault | Fiat |
| Model | Laguna | 500 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2067 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1128 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2301 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 40 L |
