1975 Autobianchi A 112 vs. 1985 Renault 5
To start off, 1985 Renault 5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Autobianchi A 112. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Autobianchi A 112 would be higher. At 1,526 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 5 (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1975 Autobianchi A 112. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Autobianchi A 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 5 weights approximately 231 kg more than 1975 Autobianchi A 112. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 5 (430 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Autobianchi A 112. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Autobianchi A 112.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Autobianchi A 112 | 1985 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Renault |
| Model | A 112 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1526 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3240 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 51 L |
