1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1971 Renault 8
To start off, 1971 Renault 8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Renault 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 1000 (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1971 Renault 8. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Renault 8 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000.
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:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 1971 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | 1000 | 8 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |
