1972 Renault 5 vs. 1978 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1978 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Fiat Ritmo (73 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1972 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 155 kg more than 1972 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1978 Fiat Ritmo (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Renault 5 | 1978 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Renault | Fiat |
| Model | 5 | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
