1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1996 Honda Accord
To start off, 1996 Honda Accord is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 545 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 128 | 1996 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 128 | Accord |
Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |