1965 Abarth 700 vs. 1995 Honda Legend
To start off, 1995 Honda Legend is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 3,205 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1965 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Legend weights approximately 980 kg more than 1965 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Abarth 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Legend, 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 Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Abarth 700 | 1995 Honda Legend | |
Make | Abarth | Honda |
Model | 700 | Legend |
Year Released | 1965 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 3205 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1420 mm |