1977 Fiat 132 vs. 1993 Honda Accord
To start off, 1993 Honda Accord is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 132 would be higher. Both 1977 Fiat 132 and 1993 Honda Accord are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Accord (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 132. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Accord weights approximately 80 kg more than 1977 Fiat 132. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Fiat 132 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 1977 Fiat 132. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Honda Accord (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 132. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Fiat 132 | 1993 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 132 | Accord |
Year Released | 1977 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |