1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 1998 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1998 Honda S-MX is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1969 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1969 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda S-MX weights approximately 696 kg more than 1969 Abarth 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Abarth 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Abarth 1300 | 1998 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 1300 | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2510 mm |
