1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1985 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1985 Honda Prelude is newer by 15 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 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1985 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Honda Prelude weights approximately 345 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Honda Prelude (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1985 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 1300 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1829 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2570 mm |
