1962 Abarth 700 vs. 1980 Renault 4
To start off, 1980 Renault 4 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 955 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Abarth 700 (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1980 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault 4 weights approximately 119 kg more than 1962 Abarth 700.
Because 1962 Abarth 700 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 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1962 Abarth 700 (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 Abarth 700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 700 | 1980 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | 700 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 576 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
