1964 Abarth 700 vs. 2004 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 40 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (161 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1964 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 812 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, 2004 Honda Accord, 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, 2004 Honda Accord (218 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Abarth 700. (69 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Abarth 700 | 2004 Honda Accord | |
Make | Abarth | Honda |
Model | 700 | Accord |
Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
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 | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 218 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1382 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |