1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 2012 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2012 Honda Pilot is newer by 49 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 1600. (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1231 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, 2012 Honda Pilot, 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, 2012 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 1600. (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 1600. 2012 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1963 Abarth 1600 has manual transmission. 1963 Abarth 1600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 2012 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 1600 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2774 mm |
