1973 Fiat 128 vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 2,356 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 662 kg more than 1973 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, 2013 Honda Accord (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 128 | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 128 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4805 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1436 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2725 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
