1968 Fiat 124 vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 124. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 516 kg more than 1968 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 124. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 124 | 2005 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 124 | Accord |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1438 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 99 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 65 L |