1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1973 Renault 5
To start off, 1973 Renault 5 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 782 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Abarth 750 (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1973 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Abarth 750 should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Renault 5 weights approximately 131 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750.
Because 1956 Abarth 750 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 1956 Abarth 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Renault 5, 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, 1956 Abarth 750 (54 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 5. (53 Nm). This means 1956 Abarth 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1973 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | 750 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
