1950 Citroen 15 vs. 1974 Renault 5
To start off, 1974 Renault 5 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1974 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Citroen 15 weights approximately 611 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, 1950 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1950 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Citroen 15 | 1974 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | 15 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2410 mm |
