1974 Fiat 133 vs. 1994 Honda Accord
To start off, 1994 Honda Accord is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Accord (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Accord weights approximately 530 kg more than 1974 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Fiat 133 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 133. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Honda Accord (173 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 133 | 1994 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 133 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
