2002 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Fiat 500
To start off, 2008 Fiat 500 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord 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 (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 545 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, 2002 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 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 2002 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2002 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:
2002 Honda Accord | 2008 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Honda | Fiat |
Model | Accord | 500 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 70.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 35 L |