1961 Abarth 750 vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 605 kg more than 1961 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Abarth 750 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 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Honda Accord (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 750 | 1989 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 750 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 60 L |
