1991 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,449 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Accord (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2010 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Accord weights approximately 490 kg more than 2010 Fiat 500. 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, 1991 Honda Accord (230 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Honda Accord | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Honda | Fiat |
Model | Accord | 500 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2449 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2310 mm |