1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1990 Honda Accord

To start off, 1990 Honda Accord is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 2400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 2400 would be higher. At 2,323 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Abarth 2400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 2400. (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 2400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Accord weights approximately 354 kg more than 1961 Abarth 2400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1961 Abarth 2400 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 2400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 2400.

Compare all specifications:

1961 Abarth 2400 1990 Honda Accord
Make Abarth Honda
Model 2400 Accord
Year Released 1961 1990
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2323 cc 2156 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 142 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 196 Nm 198 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1056 kg 1410 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2730 mm