1971 Fiat 130 vs. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 40 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour weights approximately 205 kg more than 1971 Fiat 130. 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, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour, 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, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (249 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 130 | 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 130 | Accord Crosstour |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3235 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1747 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
