1959 Abarth 500 vs. 1973 Honda 1300
To start off, 1973 Honda 1300 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 1,298 cc, 1973 Honda 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda 1300 (81 HP) has 61 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Honda 1300 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1959 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Abarth 500 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 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda 1300, 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, 1973 Honda 1300 (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Honda 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 500 | 1973 Honda 1300 | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 500 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1298 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 35 L |
