1974 Fiat 128 vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (274 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 783 kg more than 1974 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 (342 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 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 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 128 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1603 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4805 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1436 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2725 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
