1972 Fiat 124 vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 17 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 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 124 (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 165 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124.
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, 1989 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, 1972 Fiat 124 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 124 | 1989 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 124 | Accord |
Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1131 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |