1954 Fiat 1900 vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 1987 Renault 5 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Fiat 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (118 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 317 kg more than 1987 Renault 5.
Because 1954 Fiat 1900 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 1954 Fiat 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Renault 5 (165 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1900. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1900 | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 1900 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
