1950 Fiat 1400 vs. 1988 Renault 5
To start off, 1988 Renault 5 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 5 (95 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1400.
Because 1950 Fiat 1400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Renault 5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Renault 5 (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Fiat 1400 | 1988 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 1400 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
