1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1980 Honda Civic
To start off, 1980 Honda Civic is newer by 10 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 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1980 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Honda Civic weights approximately 155 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Abarth 1300 (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1980 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 1300 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2330 mm |
