1964 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 1999 Honda Accord

To start off, 1999 Honda Accord is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Accord (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Fiat Cabriolet weights approximately 50 kg more than 1999 Honda Accord.

Because 1964 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 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Honda Accord (265 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet.

Compare all specifications:

1964 Fiat Cabriolet 1999 Honda Accord
Make Fiat Honda
Model Cabriolet Accord
Year Released 1964 1999
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1221 cc 2997 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 62 HP 200 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 94 Nm 265 Nm
Engine Bore Size 76 mm 86.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 71.5 mm 86.1 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 890 kg 840 kg
Vehicle Length 4040 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 60 L