1977 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2009 Fiat Siena is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Siena (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Siena weights approximately 184 kg more than 1977 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, 1977 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Siena. (74 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1977 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Accord | 2009 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Honda | Fiat |
| Model | Accord | Siena |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 54 L |
