2001 Nissan Moco vs. 1975 Renault 5
To start off, 2001 Nissan Moco 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 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Renault 5 (91 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Moco. (53 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Moco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Moco weights approximately 340 kg more than 1975 Renault 5.
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, 1975 Renault 5 (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Moco. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Moco. 2001 Nissan Moco has automatic transmission and 1975 Renault 5 has manual transmission. 1975 Renault 5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Nissan Moco will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Nissan Moco | 1975 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Moco | 5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
