1971 Fiat 130 vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 39 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 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 130 weights approximately 48 kg more than 2010 Honda Accord.
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, 2010 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, 2010 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Fiat 130 | 2010 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 130 | Accord |
Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1477 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2741 mm |