1991 Fiat Tipo vs. 1976 Renault 5
To start off, 1991 Fiat Tipo is newer by 15 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Fiat Tipo (145 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1976 Renault 5. (93 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 330 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, 1991 Fiat Tipo (173 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 5. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Tipo | 1976 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Tipo | 5 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 38 L |
