1961 Abarth 1600 vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 51 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1600. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 553 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, 2012 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, 2012 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1600. (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 1600. 2012 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1961 Abarth 1600 has manual transmission. 1961 Abarth 1600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1600 | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 1600 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |
