1960 Abarth 750 vs. 1978 Renault 4
To start off, 1978 Renault 4 is newer by 18 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 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 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 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 750 should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Renault 4 weights approximately 125 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, 1978 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, 1978 Renault 4 (72 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 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 | 1978 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | 750 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 715 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 |
