1959 Abarth 500 vs. 1999 Honda HR-V
To start off, 1999 Honda HR-V is newer by 40 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 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda HR-V (104 HP) has 84 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda HR-V weights approximately 735 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 1999 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda HR-V 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, 1999 Honda HR-V (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 500 | 1999 Honda HR-V | |
Make | Abarth | Honda |
Model | 500 | HR-V |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 1668 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 104 HP |
Torque | 32 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 55 L |