1980 Fiat 126 vs. 1996 Honda Accord
To start off, 1996 Honda Accord is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Accord (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 715 kg more than 1980 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Fiat 126 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Honda Accord (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Fiat 126 | 1996 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 126 | Accord |
Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2720 mm |