1942 Fiat 500 vs. 1995 Honda Argento Viva
To start off, 1995 Honda Argento Viva is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Honda Argento Viva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Argento Viva (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1942 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Argento Viva should accelerate faster than 1942 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Argento Viva weights approximately 705 kg more than 1942 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:
| 1942 Fiat 500 | 1995 Honda Argento Viva | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 500 | Argento Viva |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 567 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 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 | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2560 mm |
