1983 Fiat 127 vs. 1981 Honda Accord
To start off, 1983 Fiat 127 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Honda Accord weights approximately 220 kg more than 1983 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, 1981 Honda Accord (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 127. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 127. 1981 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1983 Fiat 127 has manual transmission. 1983 Fiat 127 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Fiat 127 | 1981 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 127 | Accord |
Year Released | 1983 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2390 mm |