1962 Fiat 1100 vs. 1972 Renault 5
To start off, 1972 Renault 5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Fiat 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Fiat 1100 (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Fiat 1100 should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1972 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Fiat 1100 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 1962 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1962 Fiat 1100 (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Fiat 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat 1100 | 1972 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 1100 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |
