1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 32 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 760 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, 2002 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2002 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 | 2002 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 1300 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2580 mm |
