1975 Fiat 131 vs. 1991 Honda Accord
To start off, 1991 Honda Accord is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Accord (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 131 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1991 Honda Accord.
Because 1975 Fiat 131 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 131. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Honda Accord (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 131. 1991 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1975 Fiat 131 has manual transmission. 1975 Fiat 131 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 131 | 1991 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 131 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2810 mm |
