1964 Abarth 700 vs. 1979 Honda Civic
To start off, 1979 Honda Civic is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Civic (67 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1964 Abarth 700. (63 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Honda Civic weights approximately 225 kg more than 1964 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Abarth 700 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 1964 Abarth 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Honda Civic, 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, 1979 Honda Civic (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Abarth 700 | 1979 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 700 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
