1959 Abarth 850 vs. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 52 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour weights approximately 1177 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, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour, 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, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour 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. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 850 | 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
Make | Abarth | Honda |
Model | 850 | Accord Crosstour |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1747 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1897 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2797 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |