1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 38 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 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 537 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Abarth 1300 (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1967 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 1300 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 1335 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1167 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 50 L |
