1963 Pontiac Tempest vs. 1963 Renault 4
To start off, both 1963 Pontiac Tempest and 1963 Renault 4 were released in the same year (1963). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Pontiac Tempest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Pontiac Tempest (212 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1963 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Pontiac Tempest should accelerate faster than 1963 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Pontiac Tempest weights approximately 690 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 1963 Pontiac Tempest 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 1963 Pontiac Tempest. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Pontiac Tempest | 1963 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Tempest | 4 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2410 mm |
