2004 Fiat Idea vs. 1979 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 Fiat Idea 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Idea. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Idea weights approximately 255 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, 1979 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Idea. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Idea | 1979 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Idea | Accord |
Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 61 L |