1979 Autobianchi A 112 vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Autobianchi A 112. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Autobianchi A 112 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (188 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1979 Autobianchi A 112. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1979 Autobianchi A 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 903 kg more than 1979 Autobianchi A 112. 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, 2006 Honda Accord (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Autobianchi A 112. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Autobianchi A 112.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Autobianchi A 112 | 2006 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Honda |
| Model | A 112 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3240 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 65 L |
