1973 Honda Civic vs. 1972 Renault 5
To start off, 1973 Honda Civic is newer by 1 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 1,168 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda Civic (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 Renault 5. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Renault 5 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1973 Honda Civic.
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, 1973 Honda Civic (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 5. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Civic | 1972 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | 5 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1168 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
