2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 1975 Renault 4
To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Seicento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Seicento (53 HP @ 2750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1975 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Seicento weights approximately 144 kg more than 1975 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, 2005 Fiat Seicento (88 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 4. (58 Nm). This means 2005 Fiat Seicento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Seicento | 1975 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Seicento | 4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 38 L |
