1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1988 Renault 5
To start off, 1988 Renault 5 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Abarth 1300 (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1988 Renault 5. (95 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 5.
Because 1968 Abarth 1300 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 1968 Abarth 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Renault 5, 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, 1988 Renault 5 (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (131 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1988 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | 1300 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 50 L |
