2009 Fiat 500 vs. 1992 Renault 19
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat 500 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1992 Renault 19. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 19 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500.
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 (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 19. (85 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat 500 | 1992 Renault 19 | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | 500 | 19 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 64.9 mm |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |