1960 Abarth 750 vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 1984 Renault 5 is newer by 24 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 5 weights approximately 346 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, 1984 Renault 5 (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 750 | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | 750 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 51 L |
