This seems to be a good base for a hypermiling-oriented project - Fuel Economy, Hypermiling, EcoModding News and Forum

cRiPpLe_rOoStEr · 01-01-2013, 12:57 AM

Renault 4 - this one specifically was made in Argentina

Well, altough it's not streamlined, its extremely light weight (600kg/1323lbs.) is a good point. The engine is mid-mounted, behind the front axle, which leads to a good weight balance. It was originally fitted with 4cyl engines around 0.75L to 1.1L. And in spite of its size it's actually not so cramped inside.

slowmover · 01-02-2013, 01:53 PM

We'll all look forward to your project.

Smurf · 01-02-2013, 02:00 PM

I wonder just how many clowns can fit in that vehicle..

cRiPpLe_rOoStEr · 01-02-2013, 10:08 PM

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Originally Posted by slowmover

We'll all look forward to your project.

This car is not mine. I was just pointing out some project features that would make it a good inspiration for a hypermiling-oriented project.

ECONORAM · 01-02-2013, 10:57 PM

Nuts. I was actually looking forward to what you would do with that vehicle. I agree, would be an interesting project car...

slowmover · 01-03-2013, 02:12 PM

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Originally Posted by cRiPpLe_rOoStEr

This car is not mine. I was just pointing out some project features that would make it a good inspiration for a hypermiling-oriented project.

Dude -- with that screen name & avatar pic -- it's a natural for you. I can just see that face popping out of that car when we're all stopped for a light.

Yes, we can see the worthiness of the car as your project. The nomination passes herewith.

(And the above is completely in jest. I much enjoy your posts as I come across them . . I tend to learn from them).

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cRiPpLe_rOoStEr · 01-05-2013, 02:43 AM

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Originally Posted by ECONORAM

Nuts. I was actually looking forward to what you would do with that vehicle. I agree, would be an interesting project car...

I'd rather try to make an aluminium-bodied replica, attempting to go even lighter. Also, its windows seem to increase the drag comparing to a fold-down one which is the current standard.

It's a design from 1961, so it has its own limitations which actually doesn't seem so impossible to overcome. The mid-engine layout could even allow to increase the front clip design if the radiator was a little tilted back...