2004 Fiat Doblo vs. 1979 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 Fiat Doblo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Accord (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 315 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord.
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, 2004 Fiat Doblo (203 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Doblo | 1979 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Doblo | Accord |
Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2390 mm |