1957 Abarth 600 vs. 2011 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2011 Renault Laguna is newer by 54 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Laguna weights approximately 845 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.
Because 1957 Abarth 600 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 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Renault Laguna, 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, 2011 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Abarth 600 | 2011 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Abarth | Renault |
Model | 600 | Laguna |
Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
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 | 585 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |