1982 Avanti Avanti vs. 1980 Renault 4
To start off, 1982 Avanti Avanti is newer by 2 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Avanti Avanti (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1980 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 845 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.
Because 1982 Avanti Avanti 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 1982 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1982 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 4. 1982 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1980 Renault 4 has manual transmission. 1980 Renault 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Avanti Avanti | 1980 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Avanti | Renault |
| Model | Avanti | 4 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |
