1964 Abarth 700 vs. 1999 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1999 Honda Prelude is newer by 35 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Prelude (132 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1964 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Prelude weights approximately 670 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, 1999 Honda Prelude, 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, 1999 Honda Prelude (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Abarth 700 | 1999 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Abarth | Honda |
Model | 700 | Prelude |
Year Released | 1964 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2590 mm |