1965 Abarth 595 vs. 1995 Honda Accord
To start off, 1995 Honda Accord is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1965 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 838 kg more than 1965 Abarth 595. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Abarth 595 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 1965 Abarth 595. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Honda Accord (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Abarth 595 | 1995 Honda Accord | |
Make | Abarth | Honda |
Model | 595 | Accord |
Year Released | 1965 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 594 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1308 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 65 L |