1958 Abarth Renault vs. 1957 Austin-Healey 100
To start off, 1958 Abarth Renault is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Abarth Renault (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Abarth Renault should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1958 Abarth Renault.
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 Renault | 1957 Austin-Healey 100 | |
| Make | Abarth | Austin-Healey |
| Model | Renault | 100 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 54 L |
