1955 Abarth 600 vs. 2006 Honda Accord

To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (253 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1955 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1955 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 1402 kg more than 1955 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1955 Abarth 600 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 1955 Abarth 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord, 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, 2006 Honda Accord (315 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Abarth 600. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1955 Abarth 600 has manual transmission. 1955 Abarth 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1955 Abarth 600 2006 Honda Accord
Make Abarth Honda
Model 600 Accord
Year Released 1955 2006
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 747 cc 2999 cc
Horse Power 41 HP 253 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 54 Nm 315 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 588 kg 1990 kg
Vehicle Length 3300 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1390 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2750 mm


 

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