Restoring old iphone

Hi,
I have an old Iphone 4 that I want to wipe clean before getting rid of it. If I delete or restore to factory settings does this wipe stuff off my new Iphone 5? The old phone is still updating with new apps from my 5 as I download them and emails. Just don't wanna lose my stuff thats all. Sorry for stupid question!
Thanks,
Lis

Wipe iPhone/iPad/iPod touch clean
There are a few steps to do:
Switch off iMessage in Settings > Messages
Switch off FaceTime in Settings > FaceTime (iPod touch 4th Generation or later, iPhone 4 or later and iPad 2 or later)
Delete iCloud in Settings > iCloud > Delete Account
Finally Settings > General > Reset > Erase All Content and Settings.
Un-register your device: https://supportprofile.apple.com
Now you can sell/give.

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