Old or new it are the specs that count mainly. When a coin get traction among the public or how long it takes is something you cant predict upfront.
You will never say what can push the cryptocurrencies run faster. This April, which was the first step forward started with the best market movement. It happened during the period, where almost nobody expected any positive changes. The next bull run (I bet) will come the day when all stop waiting for the Moonrise. We cannot predict these events ever.