1978 Fiat 127 vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 713 kg more than 1978 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Fiat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat 127 | 2007 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 127 | Accord |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 99 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1418 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2680 mm |