1958 Abarth 500 vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP) has 146 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 973 kg more than 1958 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Abarth 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 500 | 2007 Honda Accord | |
Make | Abarth | Honda |
Model | 500 | Accord |
Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 166 HP |
Torque | 32 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 99 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1418 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 65 L |