1953 Fiat 1400 vs. 2001 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2001 Honda HR-V is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2001 Honda HR-V.
Because 1953 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 1953 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda HR-V, 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, 1953 Fiat 1400 (134 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm). This means 1953 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1400 | 2001 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 1400 | HR-V |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
