2009 Audi A4 vs. 1976 Renault 20
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 20 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (158 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1976 Renault 20. (97 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 20 weights approximately 326 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
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, 2009 Audi A4 (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 20. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1976 Renault 20 | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A4 | 20 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1645 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 59 L |
