1957 BMW Isetta vs. 1980 Renault 5
To start off, 1980 Renault 5 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW Isetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW Isetta would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault 5 (158 HP) has 145 more horse power than 1957 BMW Isetta. (13 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW Isetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault 5 weights approximately 604 kg more than 1957 BMW Isetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW Isetta | 1980 Renault 5 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | Isetta | 5 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 247 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 1 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | single | in-line |
| Horse Power | 13 HP | 158 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 85 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 1 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 366 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2300 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1510 mm | 2590 mm |
