1971 Monteverdi Sierra vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1986 Renault Super 5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Monteverdi Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Monteverdi Sierra would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Monteverdi Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Monteverdi Sierra (160 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Monteverdi Sierra should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Monteverdi Sierra weights approximately 705 kg more than 1986 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Monteverdi Sierra (388 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Monteverdi Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Monteverdi Sierra | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Renault |
| Model | Sierra | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
