2002 Honda Accord vs. 1971 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Vauxhall Firenza would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Vauxhall Firenza weights approximately 144 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
Because 1971 Vauxhall Firenza 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 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 1971 Vauxhall Firenza | |
| Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Accord | Firenza |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 69.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 36 L |
