1957 Abarth 750 vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Clio weights approximately 875 kg more than 1957 Abarth 750. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (58 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Abarth 750 | 2005 Renault Clio | |
Make | Abarth | Renault |
Model | 750 | Clio |
Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 2945 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7150 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 82.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 61 L |