1963 Fiat 1500 vs. 2009 Honda Accord

To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 46 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 32 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.

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, 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 (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1500. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 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 2009 Honda Accord
Make Fiat Honda
Model 1500 Accord
Year Released 1963 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1481 cc 2354 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 74 HP 190 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 106 Nm 221 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1225 kg 1193 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 4940 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2810 mm