1957 Abarth 600 vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1981 Renault 9 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Renault 9 (67 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 600. (41 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Renault 9 should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault 9 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1957 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Renault 9 (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 600 | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | 600 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 38 L |
