1971 Fiat 127 vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 1987 Renault 5 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,419 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 127. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Renault 5 weights approximately 256 kg more than 1971 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault 5 (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 127 | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 127 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 51 L |
