1969 Porsche 914 vs. 1972 Renault 5
To start off, 1972 Renault 5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Porsche 914 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Porsche 914 (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1972 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Porsche 914 should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Porsche 914 weights approximately 245 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 1969 Porsche 914 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 1969 Porsche 914. 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, 1969 Porsche 914 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Porsche 914 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Porsche 914 | 1972 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 914 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
