1986 Fiat Croma vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat Croma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat Croma would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Croma. (154 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 174 kg more than 1986 Fiat Croma. 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, 1986 Fiat Croma (235 Nm @ 2350 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Croma | 2008 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Croma | Accord |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2350 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |
