1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1983 Renault 5
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,927 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Renault 5 (160 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (91 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 138 kg more than 1983 Renault 5.
Because 1983 Renault 5 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 1983 Renault 5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo, 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, 1983 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1983 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Tipo | 5 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1927 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
