1972 Fiat 124 vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 26 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 1,849 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 124 (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 309 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, 1998 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, 1998 Honda Accord (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 124 | Accord |
Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2720 mm |