1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1976 Honda Accord
To start off, 1976 Honda Accord is newer by 20 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Honda Accord weights approximately 306 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, 1976 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, 1976 Honda Accord (126 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 1976 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Abarth 750 | 1976 Honda Accord | |
Make | Abarth | Honda |
Model | 750 | Accord |
Year Released | 1956 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 126 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 77.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 61 L |