1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1996 Honda Accord
To start off, 1996 Honda Accord is newer by 26 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 1,850 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 645 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Honda Accord (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1996 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 | 1996 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 1300 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1850 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2720 mm |
