1974 Honda Z vs. 1975 Renault 4
To start off, 1975 Renault 4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda Z would be higher. At 845 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Renault 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Renault 4 (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1974 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Renault 4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Renault 4 weights approximately 156 kg more than 1974 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, 1975 Renault 4 (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1975 Renault 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda Z | 1975 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Z | 4 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1975 |
| 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 | 510 kg | 666 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 |
