1955 Abarth 600 vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 1984 Renault 25 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 25 (122 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1955 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1955 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 25 weights approximately 612 kg more than 1955 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 25 (193 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Abarth 600 | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | 600 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |
