1975 Fiat 124 vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 23 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 455 kg more than 1975 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 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, 1998 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 124 | Accord |
Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |