1957 Porsche 356 vs. 1978 Renault 14
To start off, 1978 Renault 14 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Porsche 356 (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1978 Renault 14. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Renault 14 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1957 Porsche 356.
Because 1957 Porsche 356 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 1957 Porsche 356. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Renault 14, 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, 1957 Porsche 356 (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 14. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Porsche 356 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 14.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Porsche 356 | 1978 Renault 14 | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 356 | 14 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1218 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 48 L |
