1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1976 Renault 5
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 12 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1976 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 465 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.
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 Fiat Tipo (156 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1976 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Tipo | 5 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
