1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1992 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1992 Renault Safrane is newer by 36 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 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault Safrane (98 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault Safrane weights approximately 850 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Renault Safrane, 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, 1992 Renault Safrane (174 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 1992 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1992 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | 750 | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2770 mm |
