1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2008 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 1310 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 2008 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 CR-V (219 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000. 2008 Honda CR-V 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. 2008 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 2008 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 1000 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
