1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1993 Honda CRX
To start off, 1993 Honda CRX is newer by 37 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda CRX weights approximately 465 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, 1993 Honda CRX, 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, 1993 Honda CRX (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (55 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1993 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 750 | CRX |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 45 L |
