1954 Abarth Renault vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 59 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1954 Abarth Renault. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 1954 Abarth Renault. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 565 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 | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | Renault | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4373 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1919 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 53 L |
