1985 Innocenti 990 vs. 1976 Renault 5
To start off, 1985 Innocenti 990 is newer by 9 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Renault 5 (93 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1985 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1985 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 5 weights approximately 136 kg more than 1985 Innocenti 990. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1976 Renault 5 (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Innocenti 990 | 1976 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Renault |
| Model | 990 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2450 mm |
