2003 Honda Mobilio vs. 1978 Renault 4
To start off, 2003 Honda Mobilio is newer by 25 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Mobilio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Mobilio (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 554 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, 2003 Honda Mobilio (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Mobilio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Mobilio | 1978 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Mobilio | 4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
