1996 Fiat Vivace vs. 1988 Renault 5
To start off, 1996 Fiat Vivace is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Vivace (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1988 Renault 5. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Vivace weights approximately 101 kg more than 1988 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, 1996 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 5. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Vivace | 1988 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Vivace | 5 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2420 mm |
