1967 Fiat 124 vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (190 HP) has 131 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 514 kg more than 1967 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat 124 | 2011 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 124 | Accord |
Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 190 HP |
Torque | 87 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1444 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |