1957 Fiat 1100 vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 651 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Honda Accord (287 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1100. 2005 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1957 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1957 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1100 | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 1100 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 65 L |
