1993 Fiat Uno vs. 1979 Honda Accord

To start off, 1993 Fiat Uno is newer by 14 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 @ 5300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1993 Fiat Uno. (59 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Honda Accord weights approximately 140 kg more than 1993 Fiat Uno. 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, 1979 Honda Accord (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat Uno. (89 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat Uno.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Fiat Uno 1979 Honda Accord
Make Fiat Honda
Model Uno Accord
Year Released 1993 1979
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1116 cc 1750 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 59 HP 90 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 89 Nm 133 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3000 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 760 kg 900 kg
Vehicle Length 3690 mm 4130 mm
Vehicle Width 1570 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2390 mm


 

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