1972 Renault 5 vs. 2001 Toyota Verossa
To start off, 2001 Toyota Verossa is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Verossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Verossa (187 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1972 Renault 5. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Verossa should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Verossa weights approximately 755 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.
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, 2001 Toyota Verossa (250 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 5. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Verossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Renault 5 | 2001 Toyota Verossa | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 5 | Verossa |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2790 mm |
