1958 Abarth 750 vs. 1999 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1999 Honda CR-V is newer by 41 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 750. (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda CR-V weights approximately 960 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, 1999 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, 1999 Honda CR-V (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 750. (69 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 750 | 1999 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Abarth | Honda |
Model | 750 | CR-V |
Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2620 mm |