1966 Fiat 124 vs. 1995 Honda Accord
To start off, 1995 Honda Accord is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 124. (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 275 kg more than 1966 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Fiat 124 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 1966 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Honda Accord (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 124. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat 124 | 1995 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 124 | Accord |
Year Released | 1966 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1438 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |