1995 Audi A4 vs. 1973 Renault 5
To start off, 1995 Audi A4 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi A4 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1973 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A4 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1973 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, 1995 Audi A4 (173 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A4 | 1973 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A4 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
