1963 Fiat 1500 vs. 1993 Honda Accord
To start off, 1993 Honda Accord is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Accord weights approximately 140 kg more than 1963 Fiat 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Fiat 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1500. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Fiat 1500 | 1993 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 1500 | Accord |
Year Released | 1963 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |