1974 Renault 5 vs. 1968 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1974 Renault 5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 1,583 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Volkswagen 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Volkswagen 1600 (53 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1974 Renault 5. (33 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Volkswagen 1600 should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volkswagen 1600 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1974 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Volkswagen 1600 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 1968 Volkswagen 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1968 Volkswagen 1600 (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Volkswagen 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Renault 5 | 1968 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 5 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
