1998 Abarth Monotipo vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Abarth Monotipo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Abarth Monotipo would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Monotipo (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (253 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Monotipo should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1998 Abarth Monotipo.
2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1998 Abarth Monotipo has manual transmission. 1998 Abarth Monotipo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Monotipo | 2006 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | Monotipo | Accord |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2999 cc |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2750 mm |
