1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 31 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Civic weights approximately 642 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Abarth 1300 (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 5900 RPM). This means 1970 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 2001 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 1300 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2640 mm |
