1963 Renault 4 vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 45 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 1,363 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Yaris (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1963 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1963 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 355 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, 2008 Toyota Yaris (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Renault 4 | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | 4 | Yaris |
Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 1363 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |