1979 Ford Fiesta vs. 1988 Renault 5
To start off, 1988 Renault 5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 5 (95 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1979 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1988 Renault 5 (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Fiesta. (65 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Fiesta | 1988 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Fiesta | 5 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.7 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |
