2006 Fiat Croma vs. 1988 Renault 5
To start off, 2006 Fiat Croma is newer by 18 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 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Croma (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1988 Renault 5. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Croma weights approximately 880 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, 2006 Fiat Croma (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 5. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Croma | 1988 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Croma | 5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 143 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 16 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 43 L |
