1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2004 Renault Wind
To start off, 2004 Renault Wind is newer by 45 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Wind is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Wind (134 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Wind should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Wind weights approximately 170 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Renault Wind (196 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Wind will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 2004 Renault Wind | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | 1000 | Wind |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 83 L |
