2005 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (153 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Fulvia. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 398 kg more than 2003 Lancia Fulvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Lancia Fulvia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Lancia Fulvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Lancia Fulvia (315 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (192 Nm). This means 2003 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 2003 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Accord | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
