1955 Fiat 1400 vs. 2006 Honda S2000
To start off, 2006 Honda S2000 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda S2000 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1955 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 1400 | 2006 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 1400 | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
