1959 Abarth 850 vs. 1992 Honda Legend

To start off, 1992 Honda Legend is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Legend weights approximately 980 kg more than 1959 Abarth 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1959 Abarth 850 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 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Honda Legend, 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, 1992 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Abarth 850 1992 Honda Legend
Make Abarth Honda
Model 850 Legend
Year Released 1959 1992
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 847 cc 3206 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 70 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 80 Nm 293 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 570 kg 1550 kg
Vehicle Length 3480 mm 4960 mm
Vehicle Width 1360 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1150 mm 1420 mm