1975 Renault 5 vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 37 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C4 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1975 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C4 weights approximately 899 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, 2012 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Renault 5 | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Renault | Citroen |
| Model | 5 | C4 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
