1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 1977 Honda Accord
To start off, 1996 Fiat Coupe is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 400 kg more than 1977 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 Coupe (302 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Coupe | 1977 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Coupe | Accord |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
