1999 Renault Laguna vs. 2011 Fiat 500
To start off, 2011 Fiat 500 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Laguna (138 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Fiat 500. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Laguna weights approximately 354 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Fiat 500 (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Laguna. (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Renault Laguna | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Renault | Fiat |
Model | Laguna | 500 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2310 mm |