1974 Lada 1200 vs. 1963 Renault 4
To start off, 1974 Lada 1200 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 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Lada 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lada 1200 (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1963 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lada 1200 should accelerate faster than 1963 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lada 1200 weights approximately 336 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.
Because 1974 Lada 1200 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 1974 Lada 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 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, 1974 Lada 1200 (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Lada 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lada 1200 | 1963 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Lada | Renault |
| Model | 1200 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 38 L |
