1962 Abarth 600 vs. 2010 Renault Duster
To start off, 2010 Renault Duster is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Duster (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 600. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Duster should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Duster weights approximately 617 kg more than 1962 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Abarth 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Renault Duster, 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, 2010 Renault Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 600. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 600 | 2010 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | 600 | Duster |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2673 mm |
