1958 Abarth 750 vs. 1993 Honda Legend
To start off, 1993 Honda Legend is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 750. (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1958 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Abarth 750 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 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend, 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, 1993 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 750. (69 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 750 | 1993 Honda Legend | |
Make | Abarth | Honda |
Model | 750 | Legend |
Year Released | 1958 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 3206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 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 | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2840 mm |