2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 2750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 5 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2005 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Renault 5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Seicento, 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, 1984 Renault 5 (221 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (88 Nm). This means 1984 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Seicento | 1984 Renault 5 | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Seicento | 5 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 2750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 221 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 7.0:1 |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 51 L |