1981 Ford Fiesta vs. 1980 Renault 4
To start off, 1981 Ford Fiesta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Fiesta (83 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1980 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 105 kg more than 1980 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, 1981 Ford Fiesta (129 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Fiesta | 1980 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Fiesta | 4 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2410 mm |
