2007 Fiat Strada vs. 1988 Renault 5
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 19 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Strada (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1988 Renault 5. (95 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 5.
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, 1988 Renault 5 (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 1988 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Strada | 5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
