1978 Renault 14 vs. 1975 Renault 4
To start off, 1978 Renault 14 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,218 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Renault 14 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Renault 14 (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1975 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Renault 14 should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Renault 14 weights approximately 204 kg more than 1975 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 Renault 14 (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Renault 14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Renault 14 | 1975 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 14 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1218 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 38 L |
