1948 Fiat 500 vs. 1971 Honda Life
To start off, 1971 Honda Life is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 569 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Honda Life (34 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Fiat 500 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1971 Honda Life.
Because 1948 Fiat 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Honda Life, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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:
| 1948 Fiat 500 | 1971 Honda Life | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 500 | Life |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2090 mm |
