1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 2009 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 42 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1967 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1967 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 563 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, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300. 2009 Honda Ridgeline 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. 2009 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 2009 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 1300 | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 3471 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1193 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 83 L |
