1960 Abarth 750 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 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Renault 9 (54 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Renault 9 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault 9 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1960 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Renault 9 (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 750 | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | 750 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 38 L |
