1960 Abarth 600 vs. 2007 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2007 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Vel Satis (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 600. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 1121 kg more than 1960 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Abarth 600 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 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault Vel Satis, 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, 2007 Renault Vel Satis (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 600. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 600 | 2007 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | 600 | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 80 L |
