2005 Honda Civic vs. 1976 Renault 5
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Renault 5 (93 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 420 kg more than 1976 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, 2005 Honda Civic (119 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 5. (116 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1976 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | 5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
