1960 Abarth 750 vs. 1975 Renault 4
To start off, 1975 Renault 4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 845 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Renault 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 750 (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1975 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 750 should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Renault 4 weights approximately 76 kg more than 1960 Abarth 750.
Because 1960 Abarth 750 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 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Renault 4, 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, 1975 Renault 4 (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Renault 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 750 | 1975 Renault 4 | |
Make | Abarth | Renault |
Model | 750 | 4 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 666 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 38 L |