1952 Fiat 1400 vs. 1987 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1987 Renault Super 5 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,394 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Fiat 1400 (43 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Fiat 1400 should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1987 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Fiat 1400 (88 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1952 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Fiat 1400 | 1987 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 1400 | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1394 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 41 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
