1969 Fiat 130 vs. 1994 Honda Accord
To start off, 1994 Honda Accord is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 130 (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1994 Honda Accord. (149 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 69 kg more than 1994 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Fiat 130 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 1969 Fiat 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1969 Fiat 130 (218 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Accord. (198 Nm). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 130 | 1994 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 130 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2156 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
