1980 Fiat 127 vs. 1988 Renault 5
To start off, 1988 Renault 5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 5 (95 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 127.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Renault 5 (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat 127 | 1988 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 127 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 901 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2420 mm |
