1956 Abarth Renault vs. 2007 BMW 118
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth Renault. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth Renault would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Abarth Renault is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 118 (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1956 Abarth Renault. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth Renault. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 118 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1956 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. 2007 BMW 118 has automatic transmission and 1956 Abarth Renault has manual transmission. 1956 Abarth Renault will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 118 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth Renault | 2007 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | Renault | 118 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 50 L |
