1985 Audi Coupe vs. 1963 Renault 4
To start off, 1985 Audi Coupe is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi Coupe (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1963 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1963 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi Coupe weights approximately 320 kg more than 1963 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, 1985 Audi Coupe (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi Coupe | 1963 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | Coupe | 4 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
