1962 Abarth 2400 vs. 1990 Honda Legend

To start off, 1990 Honda Legend is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 2400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 2400 would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Legend (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 2400. (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 2400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 525 kg more than 1962 Abarth 2400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1962 Abarth 2400 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 1962 Abarth 2400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend, 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, 1990 Honda Legend (300 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 2400. 1990 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1962 Abarth 2400 has manual transmission. 1962 Abarth 2400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1962 Abarth 2400 1990 Honda Legend
Make Abarth Honda
Model 2400 Legend
Year Released 1962 1990
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2323 cc 3206 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 142 HP 212 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 196 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 195 km/hour 226 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1050 kg 1575 kg
Vehicle Length 4620 mm 5000 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2920 mm


 

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