1995 Peugeot 406 vs. 1973 Renault 5
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1973 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 735 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 Peugeot 406 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Peugeot 406 | 1973 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 406 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
