1955 Abarth Renault vs. 1988 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1988 Toyota Supra is newer by 33 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 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Supra (232 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1955 Abarth Renault. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1955 Abarth Renault. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Supra weights approximately 713 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 | 1988 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | Renault | Supra |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1603 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 50 L |
