1961 Abarth 1600 vs. 1994 Honda Accord
To start off, 1994 Honda Accord is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Accord (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1600. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Accord weights approximately 260 kg more than 1961 Abarth 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Abarth 1600 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 1961 Abarth 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Accord, 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, 1994 Honda Accord (173 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1600. (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1994 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 1600 | 1994 Honda Accord | |
Make | Abarth | Honda |
Model | 1600 | Accord |
Year Released | 1961 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |