1989 Fiat 126 vs. 1994 Honda Accord
To start off, 1994 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Accord (149 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1989 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Accord weights approximately 760 kg more than 1989 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 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 1989 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Honda Accord (198 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat 126. (49 Nm). This means 1994 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat 126 | 1994 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 126 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 703 cc | 2156 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
