2005 Honda Accord vs. 1969 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1969 Lancia Fulvia. (112 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1969 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 476 kg more than 1969 Lancia Fulvia. 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, 2005 Honda Accord (218 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lancia Fulvia. (154 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lancia Fulvia. 2005 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1969 Lancia Fulvia has manual transmission. 1969 Lancia Fulvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 1969 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Accord | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
