1961 Abarth 700 vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 52 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 1477 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 2013 Honda Ridgeline is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Abarth 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700. 2013 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 1961 Abarth 700 has manual transmission. 1961 Abarth 700 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 700 | 2013 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 700 | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 2047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1786 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 83 L |
