1978 Renault 4 vs. 1976 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1978 Renault 4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Toyota Celica weights approximately 401 kg more than 1978 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Toyota Celica 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 1976 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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 Toyota Celica (152 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 4. (72 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Renault 4 | 1976 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 4 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
