1959 Abarth 750 vs. 2012 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2012 Honda Pilot is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1467 kg more than 1959 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Abarth 750 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 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Pilot, 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, 2012 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 750. 2012 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 750 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 750 | 2012 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 750 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 2002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 79 L |
