1950 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 1961 Renault 4
To start off, 1961 Renault 4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Jeep Station Wagon (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1961 Renault 4. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Jeep Station Wagon should accelerate faster than 1961 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 940 kg more than 1961 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Renault 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1950 Jeep Station Wagon 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, 1950 Jeep Station Wagon (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Renault 4. (51 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1950 Jeep Station Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Jeep Station Wagon | 1961 Renault 4 | |
Make | Jeep | Renault |
Model | Station Wagon | 4 |
Year Released | 1950 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 51 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |