1941 Fiat 500 vs. 2000 Honda NSX
To start off, 2000 Honda NSX is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1941 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1941 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda NSX weights approximately 835 kg more than 1941 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
1941 Fiat 500 | 2000 Honda NSX | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 500 | NSX |
Year Released | 1941 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 569 cc | 3177 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2540 mm |