1973 Morris 1800 vs. 1988 Renault 5
To start off, 1988 Renault 5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Morris 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Morris 1800 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Morris 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Morris 1800 (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1988 Renault 5. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Morris 1800 should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Morris 1800 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1988 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, 1973 Morris 1800 (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 5. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Morris 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Morris 1800 | 1988 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Morris | Renault |
| Model | 1800 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2420 mm |
