1959 Abarth 1600 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 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1600 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 39 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1600. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Wind should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Abarth 1600 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2004 Renault Wind.
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 1600 | 2004 Renault Wind | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | 1600 | Wind |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2590 mm |
