1959 Fiat 1100 vs. 2003 Honda Accord
To start off, 2003 Honda Accord is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Accord weights approximately 603 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1100 | 2003 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 1100 | Accord |
Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 97.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 65 L |