1974 Fiat 128 vs. 1978 Renault 5
To start off, 1978 Renault 5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Renault 5 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Renault 5 weights approximately 152 kg more than 1974 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1978 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Fiat 128 | 1978 Renault 5 | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | 128 | 5 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 56 L |