1969 Lamborghini Islero vs. 1979 Renault 5
To start off, 1979 Renault 5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lamborghini Islero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lamborghini Islero would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1969 Lamborghini Islero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lamborghini Islero (345 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1979 Renault 5. (159 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lamborghini Islero should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Lamborghini Islero weights approximately 410 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, 1969 Lamborghini Islero (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1969 Lamborghini Islero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lamborghini Islero | 1979 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Renault |
| Model | Islero | 5 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 56 L |
