1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1998 Renault Laguna

To start off, 1998 Renault Laguna is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (91 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Laguna weights approximately 750 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero 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 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Renault Laguna, 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, 1998 Renault Laguna (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (104 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero 1998 Renault Laguna
Make Abarth Renault
Model 1000 Bialbero Laguna
Year Released 1960 1998
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 982 cc 1783 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 91 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 7100 RPM 5550 RPM
Torque 104 Nm 169 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 65 mm 82.8 mm
Engine Stroke Size 74 mm 83 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 570 kg 1320 kg
Vehicle Length 3600 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1400 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2680 mm


 

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