1958 Abarth Renault vs. 1986 Alfa Romeo 75
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth Renault. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth Renault would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (156 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1958 Abarth Renault. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth Renault. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1958 Abarth Renault. 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. 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 has automatic transmission and 1958 Abarth Renault has manual transmission. 1958 Abarth Renault will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth Renault | 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Renault | 75 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 68.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 49 L |
