1978 Renault 5 vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 1978 Renault 5 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Renault 5 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P4 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1978 Renault 5.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (169 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Renault 5 | 1959 Rover P4 | |
Make | Renault | Rover |
Model | 5 | P4 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 90.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1472 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 52 L |