1967 Austin 1300 vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 1984 Renault 5 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1967 Austin 1300. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 5 weights approximately 78 kg more than 1967 Austin 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 5 (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 1300. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin 1300 | 1984 Renault 5 | |
Make | Austin | Renault |
Model | 1300 | 5 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 858 kg | 936 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 51 L |