1979 Audi 100 vs. 1976 Renault 4
To start off, 1979 Audi 100 is newer by 3 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1976 Renault 4. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Audi 100 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1976 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, 1979 Audi 100 (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Audi 100 | 1976 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | 100 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
