1980 Fiat 127 vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 2,356 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 650 kg more than 1980 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, 2013 Honda Accord (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat 127 | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 127 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 2356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.2 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4805 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1436 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2725 mm |
