1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2013 Honda Accord

To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 57 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 2,356 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 912 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, 2013 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, 2013 Honda Accord (247 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 2013 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 2013 Honda Accord
Make Abarth Honda
Model 750 Accord
Year Released 1956 2013
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 747 cc 2356 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 41 HP 182 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 54 Nm 247 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
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 584 kg 1496 kg
Vehicle Length 3280 mm 4862 mm
Vehicle Width 1390 mm 1849 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1465 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2775 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 27 L 65 L


 

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