1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1993 Renault Safrane is newer by 26 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Safrane (188 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1967 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1967 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 950 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, 1993 Renault Safrane (268 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300. 1993 Renault Safrane has automatic transmission and 1967 Abarth 1300 has manual transmission. 1967 Abarth 1300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Renault Safrane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | 1300 | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 2946 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 80 L |
