1959 BMW Isetta vs. 1981 Renault 5
To start off, 1981 Renault 5 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW Isetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW Isetta would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Renault 5 (158 HP) has 145 more horse power than 1959 BMW Isetta. (13 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW Isetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault 5 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1959 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:
| 1959 BMW Isetta | 1981 Renault 5 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | Isetta | 5 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
| 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 | 360 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2300 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1510 mm | 2460 mm |
