1995 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Fiat 500
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2009 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 368 kg more than 2009 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, 1995 Honda Accord (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500. 2009 Fiat 500 has automatic transmission and 1995 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1995 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Accord | 2009 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Honda | Fiat |
Model | Accord | 500 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 35 L |