1959 Abarth Renault vs. 1956 Porsche 550 A
To start off, 1959 Abarth Renault is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Porsche 550 A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Porsche 550 A would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Abarth Renault is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth Renault (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1956 Porsche 550 A. (108 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth Renault should accelerate faster than 1956 Porsche 550 A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Abarth Renault weights approximately 286 kg more than 1956 Porsche 550 A. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth Renault | 1956 Porsche 550 A | |
| Make | Abarth | Porsche |
| Model | Renault | 550 A |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 891 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2110 mm |
