1959 Abarth 500 vs. 1985 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1985 Honda Prelude is newer by 26 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 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Prelude (107 HP) has 87 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Honda Prelude weights approximately 530 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, 1985 Honda Prelude, 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, 1985 Honda Prelude (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 500 | 1985 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Abarth | Honda |
Model | 500 | Prelude |
Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 1829 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 107 HP |
Torque | 32 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 91 mm |
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 | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 61 L |