1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1963 Renault 4
To start off, 1976 Ford Cortina is newer by 13 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Cortina (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1963 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1963 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 285 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 1976 Ford Cortina 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 1976 Ford Cortina. 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, 1976 Ford Cortina (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 1963 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Cortina | 4 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 38 L |
