1989 Ford Fiesta vs. 1975 Renault 5
To start off, 1989 Ford Fiesta is newer by 14 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Fiesta (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1975 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 203 kg more than 1975 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, 1989 Ford Fiesta (138 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Fiesta | 1975 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Fiesta | 5 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
