1976 Renault 4 vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1976 Renault 4. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C3 weights approximately 542 kg more than 1976 Renault 4. 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, 2011 Citroen C3 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 4 | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Renault | Citroen |
| Model | 4 | C3 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
