1980 Honda Accord vs. 1968 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1980 Honda Accord is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,601 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lancia Fulvia (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1980 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 40 kg more than 1980 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, 1980 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lancia Fulvia. (120 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1980 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Accord | 1968 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Accord | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1601 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
