2008 Fiat 500 vs. 1995 Renault Spider
To start off, 2008 Fiat 500 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Spider would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Spider (150 HP) has 96 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (54 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Spider weights approximately 25 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.
Because 1995 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 1995 Renault Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat 500, 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, 1995 Renault Spider (186 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat 500. (146 Nm). This means 1995 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat 500 | 1995 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 500 | Spider |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 150 HP |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 115 L |
