1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1988 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1988 Honda Prelude is newer by 32 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 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Prelude (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Prelude weights approximately 610 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, 1988 Honda Prelude, 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, 1988 Honda Prelude (184 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 1988 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1988 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 750 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2580 mm |
