1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1979 Renault 4
To start off, 1979 Renault 4 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 1,278 cc, 1967 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1979 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Renault 4 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Abarth 1300 (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1979 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | 1300 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 955 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2410 mm |
