1978 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2010 Fiat Bravo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Bravo (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 535 kg more than 1978 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, 2010 Fiat Bravo (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Accord | 2010 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Honda | Fiat |
| Model | Accord | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1908 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 58 L |
