1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 37 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), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 445 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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 1300 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| 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 | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 99 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2750 mm |
