2008 Fiat 500 vs. 1995 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Fiat 500 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 355 kg more than 2008 Fiat 500. 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, 1995 Honda Accord (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat 500 | 1995 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 500 | Accord |
Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 65 L |