1961 Fiat Berline vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Berline weights approximately 195 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
Because 1961 Fiat Berline 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 Berline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Honda Accord (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat Berline | 2006 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Berline | Accord |
Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 65 L |