1965 Abarth 700 vs. 2002 Honda City
To start off, 2002 Honda City is newer by 37 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 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda City is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1965 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda City weights approximately 372 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, 2002 Honda City, 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, 2002 Honda City (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2002 Honda City will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Abarth 700 | 2002 Honda City | |
Make | Abarth | Honda |
Model | 700 | City |
Year Released | 1965 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 1343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 942 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |