1963 Renault 4 vs. 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1963 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 1963 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit weights approximately 210 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Renault 4 | 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 4 | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
