1975 Honda Civic vs. 1976 Renault 5
To start off, 1976 Renault 5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,169 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Honda Civic (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1976 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 5 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1975 Honda Civic.
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, 1975 Honda Civic (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda Civic | 1976 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | 5 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
