1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1999 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 1999 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 43 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 915 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, 1999 Honda Step Wagon, 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, 1999 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750. 1999 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 1956 Abarth 750 has manual transmission. 1956 Abarth 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1999 Honda Step Wagon | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 750 | Step Wagon |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2810 mm |
