1996 Italdesign Nazca vs. 1976 Renault 5
To start off, 1996 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 5 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1976 Renault 5. (93 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Italdesign Nazca weights approximately 150 kg more than 1976 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Italdesign Nazca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Italdesign Nazca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Renault 5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 5. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Italdesign Nazca | 1976 Renault 5 | |
Make | Italdesign | Renault |
Model | Nazca | 5 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 297 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |