1972 Fiat 124 vs. 1979 Honda Accord
To start off, 1979 Honda Accord is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (60 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 124 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord.
Because 1972 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 1972 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 124 | 1979 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 124 | Accord |
Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 61 L |