2006 Honda Civic vs. 1976 Renault 4
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1976 Renault 4. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 1330 kg more than 1976 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 Civic (175 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 1976 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | 4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
