1961 Abarth 600 vs. 1961 Renault 4
To start off, both 1961 Abarth 600 and 1961 Renault 4 were released in the same year (1961). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 847 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Abarth 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 600 (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1961 Renault 4. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 600 should accelerate faster than 1961 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Abarth 600 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1961 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Abarth 600 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 1961 Abarth 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 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, 1961 Abarth 600 (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Renault 4. (51 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1961 Abarth 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 600 | 1961 Renault 4 | |
Make | Abarth | Renault |
Model | 600 | 4 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 51 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 34 L |