1973 Fiat 126 vs. 1993 Honda Accord
To start off, 1993 Honda Accord is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Accord weights approximately 785 kg more than 1973 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Fiat 126 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 1973 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 126 | 1993 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 126 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
