1979 Renault 4 vs. 1993 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 1993 Subaru Vivio is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 4 would be higher. At 955 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Renault 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Subaru Vivio (43 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1979 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Vivio should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Renault 4 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1993 Subaru Vivio.
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 Renault 4 (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Renault 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Renault 4 | 1993 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | 4 | Vivio |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 955 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2320 mm |
