1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1984 Honda Civic
To start off, 1984 Honda Civic is newer by 25 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Honda Civic (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Honda Civic weights approximately 120 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, 1984 Honda Civic, 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, 1984 Honda Civic (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1984 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 1984 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 1000 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
