1979 Fiat 127 vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 26 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 705 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, 2005 Honda Accord (218 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 127. (64 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 127. 2005 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1979 Fiat 127 has manual transmission. 1979 Fiat 127 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat 127 | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 127 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2630 mm |
