1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1982 Renault Siete
To start off, 1982 Renault Siete is newer by 23 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), 1982 Renault Siete is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 1000 (88 HP) has 44 more horse power than 1982 Renault Siete. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Renault Siete weights approximately 135 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Because 1959 Abarth 1000 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 1959 Abarth 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1959 Abarth 1000 (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault Siete. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Abarth 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 1982 Renault Siete | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | 1000 | Siete |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2540 mm |
