2000 Peugeot 406 vs. 1978 Renault 4
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 406 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Peugeot 406 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 674 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 Peugeot 406 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Peugeot 406 | 1978 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 406 | 4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
