1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 48 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, 2007 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 2200. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 220 kg more than 1959 Abarth 2200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 2200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic 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, 1959 Abarth 2200 (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Abarth 2200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 2200 | 2007 Honda Civic | |
Make | Abarth | Honda |
Model | 2200 | Civic |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2161 cc | 1799 cc |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |