1959 Abarth Renault vs. 1979 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1979 Buick LeSabre is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth Renault. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth Renault would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth Renault (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1979 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth Renault should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 699 kg more than 1959 Abarth Renault.
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. 1979 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth Renault has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth Renault will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth Renault | 1979 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | Abarth | Buick |
| Model | Renault | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 891 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2950 mm |
