1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 52 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 872 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, 2008 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, 2008 Honda Accord (223 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 750 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 65 L |
