1996 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Fiat 500 (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (104 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 203 kg more than 2013 Fiat 500.
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, 2013 Fiat 500 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Accord | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Honda | Fiat |
| Model | Accord | 500 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1142 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3668 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1866 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1503 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2300 mm |
