2004 MCC ForFour vs. 1963 Renault 4
To start off, 2004 MCC ForFour is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,124 cc (3 cylinders), 2004 MCC ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MCC ForFour (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1963 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 MCC ForFour should accelerate faster than 1963 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 MCC ForFour weights approximately 282 kg more than 1963 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, 2004 MCC ForFour (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 MCC ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MCC ForFour | 1963 Renault 4 | |
| Make | MCC | Renault |
| Model | ForFour | 4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1560 mm |
