1996 Renault Spider vs. 2011 Fiat Fiorino
To start off, 2011 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Spider would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Spider (141 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Fiorino. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Fiorino weights approximately 155 kg more than 1996 Renault Spider.
Because 1996 Renault Spider is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Renault Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Fiorino, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Renault Spider (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Fiorino. (119 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Fiorino.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Renault Spider | 2011 Fiat Fiorino | |
Make | Renault | Fiat |
Model | Spider | Fiorino |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |