1957 Fiat 1100 vs. 2002 Honda Acty
To start off, 2002 Honda Acty is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Fiat 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Acty (127 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Acty should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2002 Honda Acty.
Because 1957 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 1957 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Acty, 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, 2002 Honda Acty (139 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Acty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1100 | 2002 Honda Acty | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 1100 | Acty |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 840 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
