1983 Fiat 126 vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (244 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 833 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, 2007 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, 2007 Honda Accord (286 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 126 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 650 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2680 mm |
