1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 1987 Renault 5 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 2400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 2400 would be higher. At 2,323 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Abarth 2400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 2400. (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 2400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Renault 5 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1961 Abarth 2400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault 5 (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 2400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 2400 | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | 2400 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 1419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 51 L |
