1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1990 Honda NSX
To start off, 1990 Honda NSX is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda NSX (270 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1967 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1967 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda NSX weights approximately 735 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Honda NSX (285 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1990 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1990 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 1300 | NSX |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 2976 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |
