1966 Abarth 595 vs. 1980 Renault 4
To start off, 1980 Renault 4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 955 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault 4 (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1966 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault 4 should accelerate faster than 1966 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault 4 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1966 Abarth 595. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Abarth 595 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 1966 Abarth 595. 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, 1980 Renault 4 (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Renault 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Abarth 595 | 1980 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | 595 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2410 mm |
