2001 Fiat Seicento vs. 1980 Renault 4
To start off, 2001 Fiat Seicento is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Seicento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Seicento (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1980 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Seicento weights approximately 40 kg more than 1980 Renault 4. 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, 2001 Fiat Seicento (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Seicento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Seicento | 1980 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Seicento | 4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
