1957 Abarth 500 vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 45 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (23 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 962 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, 2002 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, 2002 Honda Accord (289 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (33 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 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 | 2002 Honda Accord | |
Make | Abarth | Honda |
Model | 500 | Accord |
Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 33 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1260 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 64 L |