2001 Mini One vs. 1975 Renault 5
To start off, 2001 Mini One is newer by 26 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mini One is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mini One (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1975 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mini One should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mini One weights approximately 325 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, 2001 Mini One (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mini One | 1975 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Mini | Renault |
| Model | One | 5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
