1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1978 Honda Accord
To start off, 1978 Honda Accord is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Honda Accord weights approximately 270 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Honda Accord (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Abarth 1300 | 1978 Honda Accord | |
Make | Abarth | Honda |
Model | 1300 | Accord |
Year Released | 1970 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2390 mm |