1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 1978 Honda Accord
To start off, 1978 Honda Accord is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Accord (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Because 1959 Fiat 1200 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 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1978 Honda Accord (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1200 | 1978 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 1200 | Accord |
Year Released | 1959 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 61 L |