1972 Ford Torino vs. 1996 Renault Fifties
To start off, 1996 Renault Fifties is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Torino (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1996 Renault Fifties. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Torino should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Fifties. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 917 kg more than 1996 Renault Fifties. 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, 1972 Ford Torino (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Fifties. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Fifties. 1972 Ford Torino has automatic transmission and 1996 Renault Fifties has manual transmission. 1996 Renault Fifties will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Ford Torino will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Torino | 1996 Renault Fifties | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Torino | Fifties |
Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5752 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 60 L |