1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 1978 Renault 4
To start off, 1978 Renault 4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,280 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Renault 4 weights approximately 24 kg more than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Because 1969 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 1969 Abarth 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Renault 4, 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, 1969 Abarth 1300 (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Abarth 1300 | 1978 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | 1300 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 38 L |
