1996 Fiat Brava vs. 1978 Honda Accord
To start off, 1996 Fiat Brava is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Brava (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Brava weights approximately 160 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord. 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, 1996 Fiat Brava (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Brava | 1978 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Brava | Accord |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
