1959 Abarth 850 vs. 2007 Honda CR-V

To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 48 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 505 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 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-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, 2007 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850. 2007 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 850 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Abarth 850 2007 Honda CR-V
Make Abarth Honda
Model 850 CR-V
Year Released 1959 2007
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 847 cc 2354 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 70 HP 166 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 80 Nm 218 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 9.7:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 570 kg 1075 kg
Vehicle Length 3480 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1360 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1150 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 30 L 58 L


 

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