1983 Fiat 126 vs. 1978 Honda Accord
To start off, 1983 Fiat 126 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Accord (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Honda Accord weights approximately 345 kg more than 1983 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1978 Honda Accord (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Fiat 126 | 1978 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 126 | Accord |
Year Released | 1983 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 650 cc | 1748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2390 mm |