1961 Fiat 1500 vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1500. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 289 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Fiat 1500 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 1961 Fiat 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1500. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1500. 2009 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1961 Fiat 1500 has manual transmission. 1961 Fiat 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 1500 | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 1500 | Accord |
Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 2354 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 | 83 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |