1966 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 2008 Honda Accord

To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 290 kg more than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1966 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 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet.

Compare all specifications:

1966 Fiat Cabriolet 2008 Honda Accord
Make Fiat Honda
Model Cabriolet Accord
Year Released 1966 2008
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1221 cc 2354 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 62 HP 190 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 94 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 890 kg 1180 kg
Vehicle Length 4040 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 70 L


 

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