1968 Fiat 600 vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 39 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (244 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 600.
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, 2007 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, 2007 Honda Accord (286 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 600. 2007 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1968 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1968 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 600 | 2007 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 600 | Accord |
Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 65 L |