1995 Innocenti Mille vs. 1978 Renault 4
To start off, 1995 Innocenti Mille is newer by 17 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 994 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Innocenti Mille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Innocenti Mille (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Innocenti Mille should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Innocenti Mille weights approximately 204 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.
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, 1995 Innocenti Mille (72 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Innocenti Mille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Innocenti Mille | 1978 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Renault |
| Model | Mille | 4 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
