1963 Fiat 1600 vs. 1983 Renault 5
To start off, 1983 Renault 5 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1600 would be higher. At 1,568 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Fiat 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Renault 5 (160 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1600. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat 1600 weights approximately 53 kg more than 1983 Renault 5.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1983 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1600. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Fiat 1600 | 1983 Renault 5 | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | 1600 | 5 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |