1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1982 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1982 Honda Prelude is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Honda Prelude weights approximately 415 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Abarth 1000 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 1959 Abarth 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Honda Prelude, 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, 1982 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 1000 | 1982 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Abarth | Honda |
Model | 1000 | Prelude |
Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1829 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 91 mm |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2460 mm |