1960 Abarth 750 vs. 1988 Honda Legend
To start off, 1988 Honda Legend is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 765 kg more than 1960 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Abarth 750 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 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend, 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, 1988 Honda Legend (241 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 750. 1988 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth 750 has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 750 | 1988 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 750 | Legend |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 68 L |
