1978 Fiat 131 vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 1987 Renault 5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 1,419 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP) has 327 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 131. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Renault 5 weights approximately 121 kg more than 1978 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 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 131. (95 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 131 | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 131 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 380 HP |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1086 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 |
