2000 Mazda Laputa vs. 1978 Renault 4
To start off, 2000 Mazda Laputa is newer by 22 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 956 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Renault 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Laputa (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Laputa should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Laputa weights approximately 54 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, 2000 Mazda Laputa (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Laputa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Laputa | 1978 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Laputa | 4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
