1985 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 28 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 2,356 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 (346 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2013 Honda Accord. (182 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 571 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, 2013 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Accord. (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | Lancia 037 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1531 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2775 mm |
