1974 Fiat 126 vs. 1986 Honda Accord
To start off, 1986 Honda Accord is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 1,954 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Accord (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Honda Accord weights approximately 495 kg more than 1974 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Honda Accord (156 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Fiat 126 | 1986 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 126 | Accord |
Year Released | 1974 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 593 cc | 1954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2610 mm |