1957 Abarth 500 vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 55 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (177 HP) has 157 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 1046 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, 2012 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, 2012 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500. 2012 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1957 Abarth 500 has manual transmission. 1957 Abarth 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 500 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 177 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1491 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |
