2005 Kia Shuma vs. 1978 Renault 4
To start off, 2005 Kia Shuma is newer by 27 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Shuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Shuma (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Shuma weights approximately 375 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, 2005 Kia Shuma (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 4. (72 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Shuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Shuma | 1978 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Shuma | 4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
