1973 Fiat 132 vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 132 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (253 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 132. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 132.
Because 1973 Fiat 132 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 132. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Honda Accord (315 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132. 2007 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1973 Fiat 132 has manual transmission. 1973 Fiat 132 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 132 | 2007 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 132 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1754 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
