1969 Fiat 600 vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,356 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 652 kg more than 1969 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Honda Accord (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat 600 | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 600 | Accord |
Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 2356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1482 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4805 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1436 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2725 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 65 L |