1958 Abarth 600 vs. 2009 Honda Stream

To start off, 2009 Honda Stream is newer by 51 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 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Stream weights approximately 849 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, 2009 Honda Stream, 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, 2009 Honda Stream (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 600.

Compare all specifications:

1958 Abarth 600 2009 Honda Stream
Make Abarth Honda
Model 600 Stream
Year Released 1958 2009
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 747 cc 1668 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 41 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 54 Nm 154 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 61 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 64 mm 94.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 585 kg 1434 kg
Vehicle Length 3300 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1390 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1600 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2730 mm