1992 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Fiat 500
To start off, 2011 Fiat 500 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2011 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Accord weights approximately 405 kg more than 2011 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, 1992 Honda Accord (199 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat 500. (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Accord | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Honda | Fiat |
Model | Accord | 500 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
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 | 1410 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2310 mm |