2009 Fiat 500 vs. 1985 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat 500 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1985 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Honda Accord weights approximately 198 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500.
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, 2009 Fiat 500 (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat 500 | 1985 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 500 | Accord |
Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1128 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |