1982 Fiat Abarth vs. 1983 Renault 11
To start off, 1983 Renault 11 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat Abarth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat Abarth would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Fiat Abarth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Fiat Abarth (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1983 Renault 11. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Abarth should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Fiat Abarth weights approximately 245 kg more than 1983 Renault 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Fiat Abarth (215 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 11. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat Abarth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Abarth | 1983 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Abarth | 11 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2490 mm |
