1977 Fiat 133 vs. 1976 Renault 4
To start off, 1977 Fiat 133 is newer by 1 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 845 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Renault 4 (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 4 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Fiat 133 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1976 Renault 4.
Because 1977 Fiat 133 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 1977 Fiat 133. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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 Renault 4 (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 133. (55 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Renault 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 133 | 1976 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 133 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2410 mm |
