1955 Fiat 600 vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 43 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (22 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 602 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, 1998 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, 1998 Honda Accord (186 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (39 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600. 1998 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1955 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1955 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 600 | 1998 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 600 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 60 L |
