1998 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Fiat 500
To start off, 2008 Fiat 500 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 435 kg more than 2008 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, 1998 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat 500. (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat 500. 2008 Fiat 500 has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1998 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Accord | 2008 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Honda | Fiat |
| Model | Accord | 500 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |
