1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1974 Honda 145
To start off, 1974 Honda 145 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,433 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Honda 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Honda 145 (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Honda 145 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Honda 145 weights approximately 364 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Abarth 750 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 1956 Abarth 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Honda 145, 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, 1974 Honda 145 (118 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 1974 Honda 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1974 Honda 145 | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 750 | 145 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2260 mm |
