1960 Abarth 700 vs. 1984 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1984 Honda Prelude is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,827 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Honda Prelude weights approximately 415 kg more than 1960 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Abarth 700 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 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Honda Prelude, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 700 | 1984 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 700 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 61 L |
