1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1995 Honda Accord
To start off, 1995 Honda Accord is newer by 38 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (23 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 932 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, 1995 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, 1995 Honda Accord (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (33 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 1995 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 500 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 33 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1260 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 65 L |
