1953 Fiat 1400 vs. 1993 Honda Accord
To start off, 1993 Honda Accord is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Accord (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Accord weights approximately 90 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Fiat 1400 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 1953 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Honda Accord (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Fiat 1400 | 1993 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 1400 | Accord |
Year Released | 1953 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |