1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1991 Honda Integra
To start off, 1991 Honda Integra is newer by 32 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 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Honda Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Integra weights approximately 450 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, 1991 Honda Integra, 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, 1991 Honda Integra (171 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000. 1991 Honda Integra has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 1000 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Honda Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 1991 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 1000 | Integra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2560 mm |
