2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 1975 Renault 5
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 32 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Renault 5 (91 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 380 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, 2007 Ford Fiesta (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 5. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Fiesta | 1975 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Fiesta | 5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |
