1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 1991 Honda CRX
To start off, 1991 Honda CRX is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda CRX (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda CRX weights approximately 310 kg more than 1958 Abarth 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Abarth 1000 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 1958 Abarth 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Honda CRX, 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, 1991 Honda CRX (121 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm). This means 1991 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 1000 | 1991 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 1000 | CRX |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2310 mm |
