1961 Abarth 600 vs. 2001 Honda CR-V

To start off, 2001 Honda CR-V is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 600. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda CR-V weights approximately 905 kg more than 1961 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2001 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Abarth 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda CR-V 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, 2001 Honda CR-V (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 600.

Compare all specifications:

1961 Abarth 600 2001 Honda CR-V
Make Abarth Honda
Model 600 CR-V
Year Released 1961 2001
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 847 cc 1999 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 47 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 66 Nm 180 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 9.6
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 595 kg 1500 kg
Vehicle Length 3300 mm 4560 mm
Vehicle Width 1390 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1745 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2620 mm