1969 Austin 1300 vs. 1975 Renault 5
To start off, 1975 Renault 5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Renault 5 (91 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1969 Austin 1300. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Austin 1300 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1975 Renault 5.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1975 Renault 5 (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin 1300. (101 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1975 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Austin 1300 | 1975 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | 1300 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 38 L |
