2006 Hyundai Tucson vs. 1975 Renault 5
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 31 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tucson (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1975 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 659 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 2006 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Renault 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Hyundai Tucson (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tucson | 1975 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Tucson | 5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
