1957 Abarth Renault vs. 1957 Alpine A 108
To start off, both 1957 Abarth Renault and 1957 Alpine A 108 were released in the same year (1957). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Abarth Renault is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Abarth Renault (109 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 108. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Abarth Renault should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Abarth Renault weights approximately 340 kg more than 1957 Alpine A 108. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth Renault | 1957 Alpine A 108 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alpine |
| Model | Renault | A 108 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 904 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 49 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2110 mm |
