1985 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 (346 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2010 Honda Accord. (177 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 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 497 kg more than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037.
Because 1985 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 1985 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, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 (300 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Abarth Lancia 037 | 2010 Honda Accord | |
Make | Abarth | Honda |
Model | Lancia 037 | Accord |
Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2799 mm |