1975 Fiat 130 vs. 2001 Honda Accord
To start off, 2001 Honda Accord is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Fiat 130 (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2001 Honda Accord. (65 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Accord weights approximately 315 kg more than 1975 Fiat 130.
Because 1975 Fiat 130 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 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Honda Accord (264 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 130. (249 Nm). This means 2001 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 130. 2001 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1975 Fiat 130 has manual transmission. 1975 Fiat 130 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Fiat 130 | 2001 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 130 | Accord |
Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3235 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 65 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 264 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 40 L |