1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1996 Honda CRX
To start off, 1996 Honda CRX is newer by 39 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CRX (158 HP) has 138 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda CRX weights approximately 605 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, 1996 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, 1996 Honda CRX (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 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 | 1996 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 500 | CRX |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2380 mm |
