1955 Fiat 1100 vs. 1979 Honda Accord
To start off, 1979 Honda Accord is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Accord (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Honda Accord weights approximately 125 kg more than 1955 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Fiat 1100 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 1955 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 Honda Accord (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Fiat 1100 | 1979 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 1100 | Accord |
Year Released | 1955 | 1979 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |