1955 Abarth 600 vs. 1994 Renault Express
To start off, 1994 Renault Express is newer by 39 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 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault Express (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1955 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault Express should accelerate faster than 1955 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault Express weights approximately 232 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.
Because 1955 Abarth 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Abarth 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Renault Express, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Renault Express (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Renault Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Abarth 600 | 1994 Renault Express | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | 600 | Express |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2590 mm |
