1964 Fiat 850 vs. 1963 Renault 4
To start off, 1964 Fiat 850 is newer by 1 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 845 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Renault 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Renault 4 (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 850. (33 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Renault 4 should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Fiat 850 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1963 Renault 4.
Because 1964 Fiat 850 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 1964 Fiat 850. 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, 1963 Renault 4 (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 850. (55 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1963 Renault 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 850 | 1963 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 850 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 38 L |
