1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 2002 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2002 Honda S-MX 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda S-MX weights approximately 700 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 S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda S-MX 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 S-MX | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 1300 | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2510 mm |
