1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 19 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (110 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 701 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Honda Accord (159 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1989 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 | 1989 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 1300 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2510 mm |
