1958 Abarth 500 vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (111 HP) has 91 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1958 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Clio (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 500 | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | 500 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 111 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 115 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 55 L |
