1960 Abarth 850 vs. 1976 Renault 5
To start off, 1976 Renault 5 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Renault 5 (93 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 850. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 5 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1960 Abarth 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Abarth 850 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 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Renault 5, 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, 1976 Renault 5 (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 850. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 850 | 1976 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | 850 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |
