2008 Honda Accord vs. 1972 Fiat 130
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 392 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
Because 1972 Fiat 130 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 1972 Fiat 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1972 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 1972 Fiat 130 | |
Make | Honda | Fiat |
Model | Accord | 130 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3238 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |