1954 Fiat 1900 vs. 1981 Honda Accord
To start off, 1981 Honda Accord is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Fiat 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord.
Because 1954 Fiat 1900 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 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1954 Fiat 1900 (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Fiat 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1900 | 1981 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 1900 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
