2009 Fiat Fiorino vs. 1980 Renault 12
To start off, 2009 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 12 would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Fiorino (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1980 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Fiorino should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Fiorino weights approximately 375 kg more than 1980 Renault 12. 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 Fiorino (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Fiorino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Fiorino | 1980 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Fiorino | 12 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 56 L |
