2002 Holden Berlina vs. 1975 Renault 5
To start off, 2002 Holden Berlina is newer by 27 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1975 Renault 5. (91 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Berlina weights approximately 910 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.
Because 2002 Holden Berlina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Holden Berlina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Renault 5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 5. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Berlina | 1975 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | Berlina | 5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
