1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 1988 Honda Legend
To start off, 1988 Honda Legend is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 1600. (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 586 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Abarth 1600 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 1963 Abarth 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Honda Legend (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 1600. (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 1988 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 1600 | Legend |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2770 mm |
