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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 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 948 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 (190 Nm) has 136 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. 2008 Honda Accord 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. 2008 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 41 HP 153 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 54 Nm 190 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 150 km/hour 200 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 584 kg 1532 kg
Vehicle Length 3280 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1390 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 27 L 65 L