1974 Renault 5 vs. 1972 Renault 5
To start off, 1974 Renault 5 is newer by 2 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 956 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Renault 5 (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1974 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Renault 5 weights approximately 20 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.
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, 1972 Renault 5 (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Renault 5 | 1972 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 5 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
