1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 650 kg more than 1970 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, 1995 Renault Laguna (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | 1300 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2680 mm |
