1948 Fiat 500 vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 1987 Renault 5 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,419 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Renault 5 weights approximately 296 kg more than 1948 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Fiat 500 | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 500 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 1419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2440 mm |
