1976 Fiat 131 vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 1987 Renault 5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 131. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Renault 5 weights approximately 46 kg more than 1976 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault 5 (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 131. (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 131 | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 131 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |
