1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 2012 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2012 Honda CR-V is newer by 43 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda CR-V (184 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1969 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1969 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda CR-V weights approximately 864 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, 2012 Honda CR-V, 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, 2012 Honda CR-V (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Abarth 1300 | 2012 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 1300 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 58 L |
