1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 49 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000.
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, 2008 Honda Accord, 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, 2008 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 1000 | 2008 Honda Accord | |
Make | Abarth | Honda |
Model | 1000 | Accord |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 2204 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 | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 97.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |