1970 Fiat 124 vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 124 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 123 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 556 kg more than 1970 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Fiat 124 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 1970 Fiat 124. 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Fiat 124 | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 124 | Accord |
Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 99 mm |
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 | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1466 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4862 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 65 L |