1972 Fiat 124 vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 35 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (244 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Honda Accord (286 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124. 2007 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1972 Fiat 124 has manual transmission. 1972 Fiat 124 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 124 | 2007 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 124 | Accord |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |