1957 Abarth 600 vs. 1992 Honda Concerto
To start off, 1992 Honda Concerto is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Concerto (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Concerto weights approximately 450 kg more than 1957 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Abarth 600 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 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Honda Concerto, 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, 1992 Honda Concerto (119 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 600. (54 Nm). This means 1992 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 600 | 1992 Honda Concerto | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 600 | Concerto |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2560 mm |
