1955 Fiat 600 vs. 2009 Honda Stream
To start off, 2009 Honda Stream is newer by 54 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Stream (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Stream weights approximately 901 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, 2009 Honda Stream, 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, 2009 Honda Stream (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Fiat 600 | 2009 Honda Stream | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 600 | Stream |
Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 633 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 56 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 100 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |