1971 Fiat 130 vs. 1996 Honda Accord
To start off, 1996 Honda Accord is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 130 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1996 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Fiat 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1971 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 130 | 1996 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 130 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
