1976 Fiat 126 vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 575 kg more than 1976 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Fiat 126 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 1976 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Honda Accord (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Fiat 126 | 1989 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 126 | Accord |
Year Released | 1976 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 594 cc | 1955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 60 L |