1962 Abarth 600 vs. 1995 Honda Accord
To start off, 1995 Honda Accord is newer by 33 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 600. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 637 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, 1995 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, 1995 Honda Accord (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 600. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Abarth 600 | 1995 Honda Accord | |
Make | Abarth | Honda |
Model | 600 | Accord |
Year Released | 1962 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 980 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |