1960 Abarth 750 vs. 2002 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2002 Honda S-MX is newer by 42 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda S-MX weights approximately 740 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 2002 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Abarth 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda S-MX 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, 2002 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 750 | 2002 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 750 | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |
