1984 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Abarth Lancia 037. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 (321 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2010 Honda Accord. (271 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 587 kg more than 1984 Abarth Lancia 037.
Because 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Abarth Lancia 037. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Abarth Lancia 037. (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Abarth Lancia 037.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Abarth Lancia 037 | 2010 Honda Accord | |
Make | Abarth | Honda |
Model | Lancia 037 | Accord |
Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
Engine Size | 2111 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1547 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2741 mm |