1974 Fiat 130 vs. 1963 Renault 4
To start off, 1974 Fiat 130 is newer by 11 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 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1963 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1963 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 130 weights approximately 940 kg more than 1963 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Fiat 130 (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Fiat 130 | 1963 Renault 4 | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | 130 | 4 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |