1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol
To start off, 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 2200 would be higher. At 2,161 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Abarth 2200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 2200 (135 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. (102 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 2200 should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol weights approximately 58 kg more than 1959 Abarth 2200.
Because 1959 Abarth 2200 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 2200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol, 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, 1959 Abarth 2200 (187 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. (133 Nm). This means 1959 Abarth 2200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 2200 | 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 2200 | Civic Del Sol |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2161 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 102 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1118 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2380 mm |
