2007 Fiat Croma vs. 1981 Renault 5
To start off, 2007 Fiat Croma is newer by 26 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Renault 5 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Croma. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Croma weights approximately 460 kg more than 1981 Renault 5.
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, 2007 Fiat Croma, 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Croma. (204 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Croma | 1981 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Croma | 5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 51 L |
