1973 Fiat 132 vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 35 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 132. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (144 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 132 | 2008 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 132 | Accord |
Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1755 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |