1973 Renault 5 vs. 2012 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2012 Nissan Cube is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Cube is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1973 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Cube weights approximately 553 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.
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, 2012 Nissan Cube (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Cube will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Renault 5 | 2012 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | 5 | Cube |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
