1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1973 Renault 5
To start off, 1976 Ford Cortina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Cortina (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1973 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 399 kg more than 1973 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Ford Cortina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Renault 5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Ford Cortina (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 1973 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Cortina | 5 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2410 mm |
