1996 Fiat Brava vs. 1975 Renault 5
To start off, 1996 Fiat Brava is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Renault 5 (91 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Brava. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Brava weights approximately 446 kg more than 1975 Renault 5.
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, 1996 Fiat Brava (147 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 5. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Brava | 1975 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Brava | 5 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |
