2007 Fiat Stilo vs. 1974 Renault 5
To start off, 2007 Fiat Stilo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Stilo (94 HP @ 580 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1974 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 375 kg more than 1974 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, 2007 Fiat Stilo (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Stilo | 1974 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Stilo | 5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 580 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
