1979 Honda Accord vs. 1973 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1979 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Fulvia (90 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 37 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, 1979 Honda Accord (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. (114 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Accord | 1973 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Accord | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 69.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 37 L |
