1954 Fiat 1900 vs. 1996 Honda Accord
To start off, 1996 Honda Accord is newer by 42 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 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 165 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 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, 1996 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1900. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1900 | 1996 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 1900 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2156 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
