1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1982 Renault 11
To start off, 1982 Renault 11 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Renault 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Renault 11 (72 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (23 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Renault 11 should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Renault 11 weights approximately 437 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Abarth 500 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 1957 Abarth 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Renault 11, 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, 1982 Renault 11 (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (33 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1982 Renault 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500. 1982 Renault 11 has automatic transmission and 1957 Abarth 500 has manual transmission. 1957 Abarth 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Renault 11 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 1982 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | 500 | 11 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 33 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1260 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2490 mm |
