1966 Fiat 2300 vs. 1979 Honda Accord
To start off, 1979 Honda Accord is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat 2300 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Fiat 2300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1966 Fiat 2300 (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat 2300 | 1979 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 2300 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| 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 | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
