1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1996 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1996 Honda Prelude is newer by 37 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 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Prelude (190 HP) has 102 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Prelude weights approximately 650 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, 1996 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, 1996 Honda Prelude (214 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm). This means 1996 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 | 1996 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 1000 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2258 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 95 mm |
| 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 | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2560 mm |
