1962 Abarth 2400 vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 43 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 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 2400. (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 2400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 308 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, 2005 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, 2005 Honda Accord (217 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 2400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 2400 | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 2400 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2640 mm |
