1954 Abarth Renault vs. 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Abarth Renault. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Abarth Renault would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Abarth Renault is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1954 Abarth Renault. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 1954 Abarth Renault. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1954 Abarth Renault. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Abarth Renault | 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Renault | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
