1971 Peugeot 204 vs. 1976 Renault 5
To start off, 1976 Renault 5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Renault 5 (93 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1971 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1971 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 15 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Peugeot 204 | 1976 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 204 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1130 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
