1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1998 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1998 Renault Safrane is newer by 28 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Safrane weights approximately 895 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, 1998 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1998 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Abarth | Renault |
| Model | 1300 | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2770 mm |
