1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1986 Renault 4
To start off, 1986 Renault 4 is newer by 30 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 956 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Abarth 750 (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1986 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Abarth 750 should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault 4 weights approximately 110 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, 1986 Renault 4, 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, 1986 Renault 4 (63 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (55 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Renault 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1986 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | 750 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
