1965 Abarth 595 vs. 1984 Renault 11
To start off, 1984 Renault 11 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 11 (54 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1965 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 11 should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 11 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1965 Abarth 595. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 11 (102 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth 595 | 1984 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | 595 | 11 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2490 mm |
