1957 Fiat 1100 vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 52 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 388 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, 2009 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, 2009 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1100. 2009 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. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1100 | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 1100 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1193 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
