1975 Fiat 500 vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1986 Renault Super 5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 956 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault Super 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault Super 5 (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault Super 5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault Super 5 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1975 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Renault Super 5 (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Renault Super 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Fiat 500 | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | 500 | Super 5 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 498 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 27 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2410 mm |