1945 Fiat 500 vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1945 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1945 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 745 kg more than 1945 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1945 Fiat 500 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 1945 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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. 2008 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1945 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1945 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Fiat 500 | 2008 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 500 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1945 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 2352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2750 mm |
