1996 Fiat 131 vs. 2004 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1996 Fiat 131. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 553 kg more than 1996 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Fiat 131 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Fiat 131. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat 131. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat 131 | 2004 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 131 | Accord |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |