1958 Abarth 750 vs. 1979 Renault Siete
To start off, 1979 Renault Siete is newer by 21 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 1,036 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Renault Siete is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Abarth 750 (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1979 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Abarth 750 should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Renault Siete weights approximately 275 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, 1979 Renault Siete, 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, 1979 Renault Siete (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 750. (69 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 Renault Siete will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 750 | 1979 Renault Siete | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | 750 | Siete |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1036 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2540 mm |
