2006 Honda Accord vs. 1963 Renault 4
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 43 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1963 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1963 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 1330 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, 2006 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Renault 4. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1963 Renault 4 has manual transmission. 1963 Renault 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1963 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | 4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 38 L |
