1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 2005 Honda Stream
To start off, 2005 Honda Stream is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Stream (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Stream weights approximately 845 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Abarth 1300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Abarth 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Stream, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Honda Stream (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (131 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 2005 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 1300 | Stream |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 55 L |
