1978 Renault 4 vs. 2011 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2011 Honda Jazz is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Jazz weights approximately 1383 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.
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 Honda Jazz (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Renault 4 | 2011 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | 4 | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 42 L |
