1960 Abarth 850 vs. 1982 Renault 4
To start off, 1982 Renault 4 is newer by 22 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 956 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Renault 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 850 (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1982 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 850 should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Renault 4 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1960 Abarth 850.
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, 1982 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, 1960 Abarth 850 (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1960 Abarth 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 850 | 1982 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | 850 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
