1958 Abarth 600 vs. 1974 Renault 5
To start off, 1974 Renault 5 is newer by 16 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 782 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Abarth 600 (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1974 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Abarth 600 should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Renault 5 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1958 Abarth 600.
Because 1958 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 1958 Abarth 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Renault 5, 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, 1958 Abarth 600 (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Abarth 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 600 | 1974 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | 600 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
