1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1981 Renault 5
To start off, 1981 Renault 5 is newer by 14 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Renault 5 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1967 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1967 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault 5 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1981 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | 1300 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 1397 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 51 L |
