1987 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Fiat 500
To start off, 2011 Fiat 500 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat 500 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1987 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Accord weights approximately 185 kg more than 2011 Fiat 500.
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 Fiat 500 (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Accord. (167 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Accord | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Honda | Fiat |
Model | Accord | 500 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2310 mm |