1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 51 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, 2010 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 2200. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Civic weights approximately 186 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 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, 2010 Honda Civic, 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 @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1959 Abarth 2200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 2200 | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 2200 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2161 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1246 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
