1973 Fiat 130 vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,237 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2010 Honda Accord.
Because 1973 Fiat 130 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 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1973 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 130 | 2010 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 130 | Accord |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3237 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |