1958 Abarth 600 vs. 2006 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 1405 kg more than 1958 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Abarth 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V, 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, 2006 Honda CR-V (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 600 | 2006 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Abarth | Honda |
Model | 600 | CR-V |
Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
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 Weight | 585 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2630 mm |