1975 Renault 5 vs. 2010 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i30 is newer by 35 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai i30 (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1975 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 741 kg more than 1975 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, 2010 Hyundai i30 (304 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Renault 5 | 2010 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Renault | Hyundai |
| Model | 5 | i30 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
