1976 Renault 4 vs. 2011 Ford Focus
To start off, 2011 Ford Focus 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1976 Renault 4. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Focus weights approximately 530 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 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 4 | 2011 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | 4 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4445 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1722 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2614 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 51 L |
