1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2003 Honda Accord
To start off, 2003 Honda Accord is newer by 47 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Accord weights approximately 938 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, 2003 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, 2003 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 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 | 2003 Honda Accord | |
Make | Abarth | Honda |
Model | 750 | Accord |
Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 16.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 65 L |