1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 2003 Honda Accord
To start off, 2003 Honda Accord is newer by 36 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1967 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1967 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Accord weights approximately 826 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, 2003 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300. 2003 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1967 Abarth 1300 has manual transmission. 1967 Abarth 1300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 2003 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 1300 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 2360 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 65 L |
