1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1994 Renault 21
To start off, 1994 Renault 21 is newer by 35 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 1,719 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 1000 (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1994 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault 21 weights approximately 275 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, 1994 Renault 21, 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, 1994 Renault 21 (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 1994 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | 1000 | 21 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
