1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1990 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1990 Renault Laguna is newer by 22 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Abarth 1300 (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1990 Renault Laguna. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault Laguna weights approximately 375 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Renault Laguna (181 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (131 Nm). This means 1990 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1990 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | 1300 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1005 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2550 mm |
