1970 Honda Z 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 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda Z would be higher. At 845 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Renault 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Renault 4 (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1970 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Renault 4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Renault 4 weights approximately 144 kg more than 1970 Honda Z. 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, 1978 Renault 4 (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1978 Renault 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda Z | 1978 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Z | 4 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
