1953 Fiat 1400 vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 56 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 3,469 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 56 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
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, 2009 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, 2009 Honda Accord (344 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1400. 2009 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1953 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1953 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Fiat 1400 | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 1400 | Accord |
Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1901 cc | 3469 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 344 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |