1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1981 Renault 9 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 1000 (87 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault 9 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Renault 9 (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | 1000 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |
