2008 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2013 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2013 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 39 kg more than 2013 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, 2008 Honda Accord (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Honda | Fiat |
Model | Accord | 500 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1106 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3547 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1627 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2300 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |