1959 Abarth 850 vs. 2001 Honda Accord

To start off, 2001 Honda Accord is newer by 42 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Accord (145 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Accord weights approximately 740 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, 2001 Honda Accord, 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, 2001 Honda Accord (189 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Abarth 850 2001 Honda Accord
Make Abarth Honda
Model 850 Accord
Year Released 1959 2001
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 847 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 70 HP 145 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 80 Nm 189 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 5000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 570 kg 1310 kg
Vehicle Length 3480 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1360 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1150 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 30 L 60 L


 

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