1960 Fiat 1200 vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 586 kg more than 1960 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Fiat 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 1200. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 1200. 2012 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1960 Fiat 1200 has manual transmission. 1960 Fiat 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 1200 | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 1200 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1491 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |
