1965 Porsche 356 vs. 1981 Renault 5
To start off, 1981 Renault 5 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Renault 5 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1965 Porsche 356. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1965 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault 5 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1965 Porsche 356. 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:
| 1965 Porsche 356 | 1981 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 356 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 51 L |
