1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 1991 Renault Express
To start off, 1991 Renault Express is newer by 31 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 1000 (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Express weights approximately 210 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Because 1960 Abarth 1000 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. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Renault Express, 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, 1991 Renault Express (107 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Renault Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 | 1991 Renault Express | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | 1000 | Express |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |
