1968 Fiat 850 vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 1984 Renault 5 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 5 weights approximately 221 kg more than 1968 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 5 (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 850 | 1984 Renault 5 | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | 850 | 5 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 936 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 51 L |