Compare performance (8 HP vs 540 HP), boot space and price (8500 £ vs 23900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat Topolino or Renault R5?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Fiat Topolino has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 8500 £ , while the Renault R5 costs 23900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15437 £.
As for electric range, the Renault R5 performs convincingly better – achieving up to 405 km, about 330 km more than the Fiat Topolino.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the Renault R5 has a decisively edge – offering 540 HP compared to 8 HP. That’s roughly 532 HP more horsepower.
In terms of top speed, the Renault R5 performs convincingly better – reaching 270 km/h, while the Fiat Topolino tops out at 45 km/h. The difference is around 225 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Renault R5 pulls significantly stronger with 4800 Nm compared to 44 Nm. That’s about 4756 Nm difference.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Seats: Renault R5 offers convincingly more seating capacity – 5 vs 2.
In curb weight, Fiat Topolino is clearly lighter – 562 kg compared to 1447 kg. The difference is around 885 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Renault R5 offers convincingly more room – 326 L compared to 63 L. That’s a difference of about 263 L.
When it comes to payload, Renault R5 convincingly takes the win – 418 kg compared to 138 kg. That’s a difference of about 280 kg.
Overall, the Renault R5 shows itself to be wins the duel decisively and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
The Fiat Topolino is a pint-sized charmer that turns every commute into a smile-inducing event, marrying vintage Italian flair with a delightfully simple driving experience. For city buyers who prize personality over pace, it offers quirky practicality, effortless parking and an irresistible retro look that feels like a Vespa with four wheels.
detailsThe Renault 5 is a cheeky city car that marries retro charm with modern flair, its playful looks promising smiles before you even start the engine. Practical enough for daily life yet lively enough to make short trips feel like mini adventures, it’s an irresistible choice for buyers who prefer personality to bland practicality.
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Price
8500 £
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Price
23900 - 137100 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 15.2 kWh
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Electric Range
75 km
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Electric Range
307 - 405 km
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Battery Capacity
5.40 kWh
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Battery Capacity
40 - 52 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
2
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Seats
2 - 5
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Doors
2 - 3
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Doors
3 - 5
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Curb weight
562 kg
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Curb weight
1447 - 1524 kg
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Trunk capacity
63 L
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Trunk capacity
326 L
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Length
2535 mm
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Length
3922 - 4080 mm
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Width
1400 mm
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Width
1744 - 2030 mm
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Height
1530 mm
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Height
1380 - 1498 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1106 L
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Payload
138 kg
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Payload
396 - 418 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
8 HP
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Power HP
122 - 540 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 9 s
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Max Speed
45 km/h
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Max Speed
150 - 270 km/h
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Torque
44 Nm
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Torque
225 - 4800 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
6 kW
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Power kW
90 - 397 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2023
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Model Year
2025 - 2027
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Fiat
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Brand
Renault
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The Fiat Topolino is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.