1970 Austin Maxi vs. 1976 Renault 5
To start off, 1976 Renault 5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 1,483 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Austin Maxi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Renault 5 (93 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1970 Austin Maxi. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Austin Maxi weights approximately 130 kg more than 1976 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, 1976 Renault 5 (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1976 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Austin Maxi | 1976 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Maxi | 5 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1483 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 142 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |
