1962 Abarth 600 vs. 1972 Honda 1300
To start off, 1972 Honda 1300 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,298 cc, 1972 Honda 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 600. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Honda 1300 weights approximately 312 kg more than 1962 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Abarth 600 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 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Honda 1300, 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, 1972 Honda 1300 (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 600. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Honda 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 600 | 1972 Honda 1300 | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 600 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 1298 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |
