1964 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 1984 Renault R5
To start off, 1984 Renault R5 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 1,527 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault R5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Fiat Cabriolet (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1984 Renault R5. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Fiat Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault R5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Fiat Cabriolet weights approximately 170 kg more than 1984 Renault R5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1964 Fiat Cabriolet (94 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault R5. (76 Nm). This means 1964 Fiat Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault R5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat Cabriolet | 1984 Renault R5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Cabriolet | R5 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1527 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 720 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2440 mm |
