2008 Fiat 500 vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 2008 Fiat 500 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,763 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 19 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 19 weights approximately 187 kg more than 2008 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, 1988 Renault 19 (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat 500 | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 500 | 19 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1052 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2560 mm |
