1957 Abarth 600 vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 53 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 1,339 cc (2 cylinders), 2010 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 600.
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, 2010 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, 2010 Honda Civic (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 600 | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 600 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 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 | 1390 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
