1976 Renault 5 vs. 1976 Toyota Celica
To start off, both 1976 Renault 5 and 1976 Toyota Celica were released in the same year (1976). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Renault 5 (93 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Celica. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Toyota Celica weights approximately 120 kg more than 1976 Renault 5.
Because 1976 Toyota Celica 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 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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 Toyota Celica (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 5. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Renault 5 | 1976 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | 5 | Celica |
Year Released | 1976 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 70 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |