1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 1998 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1998 Honda Shuttle 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 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Shuttle (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1969 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1969 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 896 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 1969 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 1969 Abarth 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Shuttle, 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, 1998 Honda Shuttle (196 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Shuttle 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 Shuttle | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 1300 | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 1532 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 65 L |
