2000 Kia Retona vs. 1975 Renault 4
To start off, 2000 Kia Retona is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1975 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Retona weights approximately 1204 kg more than 1975 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Renault 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Retona will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Retona | 1975 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Retona | 4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
