2000 Proton Tiara vs. 1975 Renault 5
To start off, 2000 Proton Tiara is newer by 25 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 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Proton Tiara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Proton Tiara (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1975 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Proton Tiara should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Proton Tiara weights approximately 65 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, 2000 Proton Tiara (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Proton Tiara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Proton Tiara | 1975 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Proton | Renault |
| Model | Tiara | 5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
