2005 Lada 110 vs. 1961 Renault 4
To start off, 2005 Lada 110 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lada 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lada 110 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1961 Renault 4. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lada 110 should accelerate faster than 1961 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lada 110 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1961 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 Lada 110 (128 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Renault 4. (51 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Lada 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lada 110 | 1961 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Lada | Renault |
| Model | 110 | 4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 34 L |
