1968 Fiat 850 vs. 1984 Renault R5
To start off, 1984 Renault R5 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 1,527 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault R5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Fiat 850 (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1984 Renault R5. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat 850 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault R5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault R5 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1968 Fiat 850.
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, 1984 Renault R5 (76 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm). This means 1984 Renault R5 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 R5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 850 | R5 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1527 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 720 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2440 mm |
