1955 Fiat 600 vs. 2008 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda HR-V (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda HR-V weights approximately 605 kg more than 1955 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Fiat 600 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 1955 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Honda HR-V (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Fiat 600 | 2008 Honda HR-V | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 600 | HR-V |
Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 633 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 56 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 100 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |