1957 Abarth 500 vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic 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 1,339 cc (2 cylinders), 2012 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Civic (99 HP) has 79 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500.
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 Civic, 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 Civic (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Abarth 500 | 2012 Honda Civic | |
Make | Abarth | Honda |
Model | 500 | Civic |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 478 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 99 HP |
Torque | 32 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |