1955 Fiat 600 vs. 1996 Honda Accord
To start off, 1996 Honda Accord is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 600 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 126 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (22 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 640 kg more than 1955 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Fiat 600 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 600. 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (39 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Fiat 600 | 1996 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 600 | Accord |
Year Released | 1955 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 633 cc | 2156 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1400 mm |