1992 Fiat Cinquecento vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 1992 Fiat Cinquecento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (110 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. (32 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 656 kg more than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. 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, 1989 Honda Accord (159 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Fiat Cinquecento | 1989 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Cinquecento | Accord |
Year Released | 1992 | 1989 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 704 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 32 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
Top Speed | 123 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 26 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1331 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |