1963 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1963 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 546 kg more than 1963 Fiat Cabriolet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Fiat Cabriolet 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 Cabriolet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat Cabriolet. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Fiat Cabriolet | 2002 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Cabriolet | Accord |
Year Released | 1963 | 2002 |
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 | 62 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 99 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1436 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 64 L |