1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1979 Renault 18
To start off, 1979 Renault 18 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1979 Renault 18. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Renault 18 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Renault 18 (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1979 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1979 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | 1300 | 18 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 1647 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1410 mm |
