1979 Fiat 127 vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (201 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 595 kg more than 1979 Fiat 127. 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, 1998 Honda Accord (196 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat 127 | 1998 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 127 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2670 mm |
