1974 Renault 5 vs. 1976 Seat 124
To start off, 1976 Seat 124 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Seat 124 (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1974 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Seat 124 weights approximately 215 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Seat 124 (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Renault 5 | 1976 Seat 124 | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | 5 | 124 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 782 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |