1975 Fiat 131 vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 1984 Renault 5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP) has 243 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 131. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 131 weights approximately 29 kg more than 1984 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 5 (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 131 | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 131 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2440 mm |
