1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1978 Renault 4
To start off, 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 4 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 398 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1978 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato 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 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 4. (72 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1978 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
| Model | V8 Zagato | 4 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
