1956 Fiat 1100 vs. 1999 Honda HR-V
To start off, 1999 Honda HR-V is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda HR-V weights approximately 270 kg more than 1956 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Fiat 1100 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 1956 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Honda HR-V (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 1100 | 1999 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 1100 | HR-V |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 73 L |
