1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (152 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
Because 1954 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 1954 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Honda Accord (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1954 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1954 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Fiat 1400 | 2002 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 1400 | Accord |
Year Released | 1954 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |