1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Civic weights approximately 569 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Abarth 1000 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 1960 Abarth 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 1000 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1249 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4458 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
