1962 Abarth 750 vs. 1985 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1985 Renault Super 5 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 956 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault Super 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Abarth 750 (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Abarth 750 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault Super 5 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1962 Abarth 750.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault Super 5 (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Renault Super 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 750 | 1985 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | 750 | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
