1968 Fiat Dino vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Fiat Dino weights approximately 85 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Fiat Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1968 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat Dino | 1998 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Dino | Accord |
Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 64 L |