1973 Renault 5 vs. 1963 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1973 Renault 5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Vauxhall Victor (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1973 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Vauxhall Victor should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Vauxhall Victor weights approximately 225 kg more than 1973 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Vauxhall Victor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Vauxhall Victor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Renault 5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1963 Vauxhall Victor (109 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Vauxhall Victor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Renault 5 | 1963 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
| Model | 5 | Victor |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 1507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |
