1965 Maserati Mexico vs. 1979 Renault 5
To start off, 1979 Renault 5 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Maserati Mexico. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Maserati Mexico would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Maserati Mexico is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Maserati Mexico (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1979 Renault 5. (159 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Mexico should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Maserati Mexico weights approximately 480 kg more than 1979 Renault 5. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1965 Maserati Mexico (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1965 Maserati Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Maserati Mexico | 1979 Renault 5 | |
Make | Maserati | Renault |
Model | Mexico | 5 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4136 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2440 mm |