1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 56 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour weights approximately 1178 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, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour, 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, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (55 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour 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. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 750 | Accord Crosstour |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1763 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |
