1975 Renault 5 vs. 2009 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2009 Tata Indigo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,403 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Renault 5 (91 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indigo weights approximately 410 kg more than 1975 Renault 5.
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, 2009 Tata Indigo (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 5. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Renault 5 | 2009 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Renault | Tata |
Model | 5 | Indigo |
Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1403 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 42 L |