1958 Abarth 750 vs. 1973 Renault 5
To start off, 1973 Renault 5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 782 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Abarth 750 (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1973 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Abarth 750 should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Renault 5 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1958 Abarth 750.
Because 1958 Abarth 750 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 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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 750 (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Abarth 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 750 | 1973 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | 750 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 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 |
