1976 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Accent is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Accent (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1976 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1976 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 226 kg more than 1976 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1976 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Accent. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Honda Accord | 2006 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Accord | Accent |
Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 71.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |