1999 Fiat Duna vs. 1981 Renault 5
To start off, 1999 Fiat Duna is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Renault 5 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault 5 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1999 Fiat Duna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Renault 5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Duna, 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, 1981 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Duna. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Duna | 1981 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Duna | 5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |
