2004 Fiat Idea vs. 1985 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 Fiat Idea is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Idea. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 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 22 kg more than 1985 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 Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Idea | 1985 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Idea | Accord |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1128 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1330 mm |
