1974 Fiat 133 vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 32 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 1300 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 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Fiat 133. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 133 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2750 mm |
