1982 Fiat 127 vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 29 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1982 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 904 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, 2011 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat 127. 2011 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1982 Fiat 127 has manual transmission. 1982 Fiat 127 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat 127 | 2011 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 127 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2799 mm |
