1957 Fiat 1200 vs. 1999 Honda Life
To start off, 1999 Honda Life is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,219 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Fiat 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Fiat 1200 (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fiat 1200 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1999 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Fiat 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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, 1957 Fiat 1200 (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1957 Fiat 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 1200 | 1999 Honda Life | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 1200 | Life |
Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1219 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2370 mm |