1979 Fiat Mirafiori vs. 1976 Renault 5
To start off, 1979 Fiat Mirafiori is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Fiat Mirafiori is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Fiat Mirafiori (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1976 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Fiat Mirafiori should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Mirafiori weights approximately 285 kg more than 1976 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Fiat Mirafiori is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Fiat Mirafiori. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Renault 5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1979 Fiat Mirafiori (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Fiat Mirafiori will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat Mirafiori | 1976 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Mirafiori | 5 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
