1975 Fiat 124 vs. 1978 Honda Accord
To start off, 1978 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Accord (79 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 124 weights approximately 6 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord.
Because 1975 Fiat 124 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 1975 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1978 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 124 | 1978 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 124 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
