1948 Fiat 500 vs. 2011 Honda Pilot

To start off, 2011 Honda Pilot is newer by 63 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1217 kg more than 1948 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2011 Honda Pilot, 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. 2011 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1948 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1948 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1948 Fiat 500 2011 Honda Pilot
Make Fiat Honda
Model 500 Pilot
Year Released 1948 2011
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 569 cc 3471 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 16 HP 250 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5700 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 790 kg 2007 kg
Vehicle Length 3220 mm 4849 mm
Vehicle Width 1280 mm 1994 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1847 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2774 mm