1971 Fiat 130 vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 41 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), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 22 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, 2012 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, 2012 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 130 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2741 mm |
