1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 1984 Renault 5 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 249 kg more than 1984 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 5 (340 Nm) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 1984 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1400 | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 1400 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
