1979 Honda Accord vs. 1969 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1979 Honda Accord is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lancia Fulvia (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 35 kg more than 1979 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, 1969 Lancia Fulvia (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 1969 Lancia Fulvia | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Accord | Fulvia |
Year Released | 1979 | 1969 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |