1961 Abarth 700 vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,337 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 670 kg more than 1961 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Abarth 700 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 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Honda Civic (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 700 | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 700 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1337 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
