1955 Abarth Renault vs. 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Abarth Renault. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Abarth Renault would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (156 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1955 Abarth Renault. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1955 Abarth Renault. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1955 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:
| 1955 Abarth Renault | 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Renault | Alfa 6 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 68.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 72 L |
