1991 Fiat 126 vs. 1979 Honda Accord
To start off, 1991 Fiat 126 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Accord (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1991 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Honda Accord weights approximately 320 kg more than 1991 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 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 1991 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 Honda Accord (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat 126 | 1979 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 126 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 703 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
