1965 Fiat 2300 vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1965 Fiat 2300. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 44 kg more than 1965 Fiat 2300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Fiat 2300 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 1965 Fiat 2300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Honda Accord (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat 2300. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Fiat 2300 | 2007 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 2300 | Accord |
Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 99 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |