1967 Fiat Dino vs. 1978 Honda Accord
To start off, 1978 Honda Accord is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat Dino (160 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat Dino weights approximately 250 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Fiat Dino 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 Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1967 Fiat Dino (172 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1967 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat Dino | 1978 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Dino | Accord |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
