1952 Fiat 1400 vs. 1995 Honda CRX
To start off, 1995 Honda CRX is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda CRX (131 HP) has 88 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 1400. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1995 Honda CRX.
Because 1952 Fiat 1400 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 1952 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda CRX, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Honda CRX (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1995 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Fiat 1400 | 1995 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 1400 | CRX |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1394 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 131 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
