1965 Fiat 500 vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (240 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1965 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 816 kg more than 1965 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Fiat 500 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 500. 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 (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Fiat 500 | 2002 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 500 | Accord |
Year Released | 1965 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 498 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |