1968 Fiat 500 vs. 1988 Renault 5
To start off, 1988 Renault 5 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 5 (95 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500.
Because 1968 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 1968 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Renault 5 (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 500 | 1988 Renault 5 | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | 500 | 5 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 497 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 50 L |