1959 Abarth 500 vs. 1995 Honda Argento Viva
To start off, 1995 Honda Argento Viva is newer by 36 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 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Honda Argento Viva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Argento Viva (188 HP) has 168 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Argento Viva should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Argento Viva weights approximately 795 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Honda Argento Viva (237 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Argento Viva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 500 | 1995 Honda Argento Viva | |
Make | Abarth | Honda |
Model | 500 | Argento Viva |
Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 2451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 188 HP |
Torque | 32 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 60 L |