1974 Fiat 131 vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1986 Renault Super 5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 131 (75 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 131 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1986 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Fiat 131 (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 131 | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 131 | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
