2009 Fiat Fiorino vs. 1989 Renault 19
To start off, 2009 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Renault 19 (92 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Fiorino weights approximately 180 kg more than 1989 Renault 19.
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, 1989 Renault 19 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. (119 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Fiorino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Fiorino | 1989 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Fiorino | 19 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 115 L |
