2001 Citroen Osee vs. 1978 Renault 4
To start off, 2001 Citroen Osee is newer by 23 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Osee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen Osee (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Osee should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4.
Because 2001 Citroen Osee 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 2001 Citroen Osee. 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, 2001 Citroen Osee (272 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 4. (72 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Osee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 4. 2001 Citroen Osee has automatic transmission and 1978 Renault 4 has manual transmission. 1978 Renault 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Citroen Osee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Osee | 1978 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Osee | 4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1560 mm |
