1963 Abarth 700 vs. 1983 Honda Civic
To start off, 1983 Honda Civic is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,334 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth 700 (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1983 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Honda Civic weights approximately 215 kg more than 1963 Abarth 700.
Because 1963 Abarth 700 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 1963 Abarth 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Honda Civic, 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, 1983 Honda Civic (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1983 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Abarth 700 | 1983 Honda Civic | |
Make | Abarth | Honda |
Model | 700 | Civic |
Year Released | 1963 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 695 cc | 1334 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |