1957 Fiat 600 vs. 2009 Honda Stream
To start off, 2009 Honda Stream is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Stream (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Stream weights approximately 726 kg more than 1957 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Fiat 600 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 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Stream, 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, 2009 Honda Stream (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 600. 2009 Honda Stream has automatic transmission and 1957 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1957 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Stream will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 600 | 2009 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 600 | Stream |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
