Renault R5 Turbo Engine and Transmission

The sleek and distinctive Renault 5 Turbo, manufactured in the city of Boulogne-Billancourt, France, is a rare gem found amidst the sprawling streets of Los Angeles, California. This iconic hatchback, produced in 1980 as part of its second-generation series, boasts a powerful turbocharged F4R inline-four engine under its hood, delivering an impressive output of 152 horsepower and propelling it from 0 to 60 mph in just 6.3 seconds - quite a feat for its time. The Turbo variant's distinctive widened body, with an additional 7 inches on each side compared to the standard Renault 5, was designed by Marcello Gandini of Bertone to accommodate wider track and tires, lending it a commanding road presence. This sports car is not only about power but also about precision handling, thanks to its front-engine, rear-wheel-drive configuration and sophisticated four-speed manual transmission designed for seamless shifting.

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