1966 Abarth 700 vs. 1993 Renault Express
To start off, 1993 Renault Express is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Abarth 700 (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1993 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Express weights approximately 250 kg more than 1966 Abarth 700.
Because 1966 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 1966 Abarth 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Renault Express, 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, 1993 Renault Express (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Abarth 700 | 1993 Renault Express | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | 700 | Express |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2590 mm |
