1962 Abarth 700 vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 1414 kg more than 1962 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Abarth 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 700 | 2006 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 700 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 576 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
