1948 Fiat 500 vs. 2000 Honda Life
To start off, 2000 Honda Life is newer by 52 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 656 cc (3 cylinders), 2000 Honda Life is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Life (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500.
Because 2000 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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 | 2000 Honda Life | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 500 | Life |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2370 mm |
