2009 Fiat 500 vs. 1981 Renault Rodeo
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault Rodeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault Rodeo would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat 500 (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1981 Renault Rodeo. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat 500 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1981 Renault Rodeo. 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, 2009 Fiat 500 (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault Rodeo. (75 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat 500 | 1981 Renault Rodeo | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 500 | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 34 L |
