1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 1954 Abarth Renault
To start off, 1969 Abarth 1300 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Abarth Renault. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Abarth Renault would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Abarth Renault is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1954 Abarth Renault. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1954 Abarth Renault. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Abarth Renault weights approximately 254 kg more than 1969 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Abarth 1300 | 1954 Abarth Renault | |
| Make | Abarth | Abarth |
| Model | 1300 | Renault |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 27 L |
