1993 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Accord (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Accord weights approximately 148 kg more than 2012 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, 1993 Honda Accord (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda Accord | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Honda | Fiat |
Model | Accord | 500 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1072 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1519 mm |