1978 Fiat Strada vs. 1987 Renault 4
To start off, 1987 Renault 4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Fiat Strada (60 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1987 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat Strada weights approximately 125 kg more than 1987 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, 1978 Fiat Strada (91 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 4. (62 Nm). This means 1978 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 4. 1978 Fiat Strada has automatic transmission and 1987 Renault 4 has manual transmission. 1987 Renault 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Fiat Strada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Strada | 1987 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Strada | 4 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
