1960 Fiat 500 vs. 1975 Renault 5
To start off, 1975 Renault 5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Renault 5 (91 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Renault 5 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1960 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Fiat 500 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 1960 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1975 Renault 5 (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 500. (30 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fiat 500 | 1975 Renault 5 | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | 500 | 5 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 500 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1960 mm | 2410 mm |