1978 Innocenti Mini vs. 1973 Renault 5
To start off, 1978 Innocenti Mini is newer by 5 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 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Innocenti Mini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Innocenti Mini (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1973 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Innocenti Mini weights approximately 11 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.
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, 1978 Innocenti Mini (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Innocenti Mini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Innocenti Mini | 1973 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Renault |
| Model | Mini | 5 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2410 mm |
