1957 Fiat 1400 vs. 2005 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda FR-V is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda FR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda FR-V weights approximately 353 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Fiat 1400 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 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda FR-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, 2005 Honda FR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 1400 | 2005 Honda FR-V | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 1400 | FR-V |
Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |