1949 Fiat 1500 vs. 1996 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 1996 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 250 kg more than 1949 Fiat 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Fiat 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Step Wagon 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. 1996 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 1949 Fiat 1500 has manual transmission. 1949 Fiat 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Fiat 1500 | 1996 Honda Step Wagon | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 1500 | Step Wagon |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2810 mm |
