1982 Fiat 127 vs. 1995 Honda Accord
To start off, 1995 Honda Accord is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1982 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 690 kg more than 1982 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, 1995 Honda Accord (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat 127 | 1995 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 127 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2730 mm |
