1968 Fiat 600 vs. 1995 Honda Accord
To start off, 1995 Honda Accord is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (136 HP) has 113 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 600. (23 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 292 kg more than 1968 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Fiat 600 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 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Honda Accord (184 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 600. (45 Nm). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 600 | 1995 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 600 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 136 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |
