1999 Audi A6 vs. 1975 Renault 5
To start off, 1999 Audi A6 is newer by 24 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A6 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1975 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A6 weights approximately 730 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, 1999 Audi A6 (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A6 | 1975 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A6 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| 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 | 168 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
