1957 Fiat 1400 vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 15 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Fiat 1400 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 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1400. 2008 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1957 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1957 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1400 | 2008 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 1400 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
