1962 Abarth 750 vs. 1990 Renault 4
To start off, 1990 Renault 4 is newer by 28 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), 1990 Renault 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Abarth 750 (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1990 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Abarth 750 should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault 4 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1962 Abarth 750.
Because 1962 Abarth 750 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 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Renault 4 (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Renault 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 750 | 1990 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | 750 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1990 |
| 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 | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
