1999 Fiat Brava vs. 1979 Honda Accord
To start off, 1999 Fiat Brava is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Brava (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Brava weights approximately 110 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. 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, 1979 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Brava. (113 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Brava | 1979 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Brava | Accord |
Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |