1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 1994 Honda Accord
To start off, 1994 Honda Accord is newer by 35 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 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Accord (149 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Accord weights approximately 505 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 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, 1994 Honda Accord (198 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm). This means 1994 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 | 1994 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 1200 | Accord |
Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 2156 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 198 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |