1968 Ford 17 vs. 1975 Renault 4
To start off, 1975 Renault 4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 1,812 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford 17 (81 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1975 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford 17 should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford 17 weights approximately 454 kg more than 1975 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Ford 17. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1968 Ford 17 (132 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford 17 | 1975 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | 17 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1812 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 38 L |
