1961 Abarth 600 vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 44 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 1,671 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (115 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 600. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 566 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 1961 Abarth 600 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 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic, 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, 2005 Honda Civic (149 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 600 | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 600 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1161 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
