1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1991 Honda CRX
To start off, 1991 Honda CRX is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda CRX (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (23 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda CRX weights approximately 522 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Abarth 500 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 1957 Abarth 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Honda CRX, 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, 1991 Honda CRX (121 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (33 Nm). This means 1991 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 1991 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 500 | CRX |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 33 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1260 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2310 mm |
