1949 Fiat 1500 vs. 2010 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2010 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 61 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 3,470 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 71 kg more than 2010 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2010 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2010 Honda Ridgeline 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. 2010 Honda Ridgeline 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. 2010 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Fiat 1500 | 2010 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 1500 | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 3470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 83 L |
