1976 Renault 20 vs. 2010 Citroen C4
To start off, 2010 Citroen C4 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 20 would be higher. At 1,645 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C4 (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1976 Renault 20. (97 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 20 weights approximately 16 kg more than 2010 Citroen C4.
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, 2010 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 20. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 20. 1976 Renault 20 has automatic transmission and 2010 Citroen C4 has manual transmission. 2010 Citroen C4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Renault 20 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 20 | 2010 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Renault | Citroen |
| Model | 20 | C4 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1645 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
