1961 Abarth 750 vs. 1994 Honda Today
To start off, 1994 Honda Today is newer by 33 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 747 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Abarth 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Today (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Today should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Today weights approximately 115 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, 1994 Honda Today, 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, both vehicles can yield 57 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 1994 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 1961 Abarth 750 has manual transmission. 1961 Abarth 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 750 | 1994 Honda Today | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 750 | Today |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
