1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1991 Renault 4
To start off, 1991 Renault 4 is newer by 34 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 956 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault 4 (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (23 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault 4 should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault 4 weights approximately 227 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, 1991 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, 1991 Renault 4 (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (33 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1991 Renault 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Abarth 500 | 1991 Renault 4 | |
Make | Abarth | Renault |
Model | 500 | 4 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 33 Nm | 62 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1260 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2410 mm |