1956 Fiat 1900 vs. 2000 Honda S2000
To start off, 2000 Honda S2000 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1900. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda S2000 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1956 Fiat 1900. 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:
| 1956 Fiat 1900 | 2000 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 1900 | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
