1999 Opel Corsa vs. 1974 Renault 5
To start off, 1999 Opel Corsa is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 5 would be higher. At 972 cc (3 cylinders), 1999 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Corsa (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1974 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Corsa weights approximately 265 kg more than 1974 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 Opel Corsa (82 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Corsa | 1974 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Corsa | 5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 972 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
