1979 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2010 Fiat Doblo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Doblo (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord.
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, 2010 Fiat Doblo (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Accord | 2010 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Honda | Fiat |
| Model | Accord | Doblo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2570 mm |
