1972 Fiat 128 vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 37 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 606 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, 2009 Honda Accord (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 128 | Accord |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 99 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2690 mm |