1962 Fiat 1100 vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1986 Renault Super 5 is newer by 24 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 2 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Fiat 1100 should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1986 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, 1962 Fiat 1100 (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Fiat 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat 1100 | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 1100 | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |
