1954 Fiat 1900 vs. 2006 Honda Accord

To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 52 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 281 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, 2006 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, 2006 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1900. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1900. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1954 Fiat 1900 has manual transmission. 1954 Fiat 1900 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1954 Fiat 1900 2006 Honda Accord
Make Fiat Honda
Model 1900 Accord
Year Released 1954 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1901 cc 2204 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 52 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 3700 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 130 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.1 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 97.1 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1175 kg 1456 kg
Vehicle Length 4340 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1600 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 65 L


 

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