1983 Nissan Micra vs. 1975 Renault 5
To start off, 1983 Nissan Micra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 5 would be higher. At 986 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Micra (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1975 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Renault 5 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1983 Nissan Micra.
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, 1983 Nissan Micra (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Micra | 1975 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Micra | 5 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 986 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 665 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
