1991 Alpine A 610 vs. 1978 Renault 5
To start off, 1991 Alpine A 610 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Alpine A 610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alpine A 610 (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1978 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpine A 610 weights approximately 442 kg more than 1978 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1991 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Alpine A 610 | 1978 Renault 5 | |
Make | Alpine | Renault |
Model | A 610 | 5 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1978 |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1330 mm |