1967 Ford 17 vs. 1986 Renault 4
To start off, 1986 Renault 4 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford 17 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford 17 (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1986 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford 17 should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ford 17 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1986 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Ford 17 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 1967 Ford 17. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1967 Ford 17 (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 4. (63 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford 17 | 1986 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | 17 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
