1965 Morris Oxford vs. 1972 Renault 5
To start off, 1972 Renault 5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Morris Oxford (61 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1972 Renault 5. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Morris Oxford should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Morris Oxford weights approximately 395 kg more than 1972 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Morris Oxford is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Renault 5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Morris Oxford (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 5. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Morris Oxford | 1972 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Morris | Renault |
| Model | Oxford | 5 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
