1970 Audi 100 vs. 1978 Renault 4
To start off, 1978 Renault 4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,760 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Audi 100 (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Audi 100 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1978 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, 1970 Audi 100 (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 4. (72 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi 100 | 1978 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | 100 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
