1958 Abarth 600 vs. 1970 Renault 8
To start off, 1970 Renault 8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,107 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Renault 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Renault 8 (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Renault 8 should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Renault 8 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1958 Abarth 600. 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:
| 1958 Abarth 600 | 1970 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | 600 | 8 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2270 mm |
