1959 Abarth 850 vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 46 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 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 526 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, 2005 Honda Civic, 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, 2005 Honda Civic (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 850 | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 850 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1096 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 50 L |
