1951 Fiat 1400 vs. 1963 Renault 4
To start off, 1963 Renault 4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,393 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Fiat 1400 (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1963 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Fiat 1400 should accelerate faster than 1963 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1963 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Fiat 1400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Renault 4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1951 Fiat 1400 (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1951 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Fiat 1400 | 1963 Renault 4 | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | 1400 | 4 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1393 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |