1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 29 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 335 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Abarth 1300 (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1996 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 1300 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 1396 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2630 mm |
