1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 2003 Honda Legend
To start off, 2003 Honda Legend is newer by 33 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 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Legend weights approximately 1040 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, 2003 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 2003 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 1300 | Legend |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 3473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2920 mm |
