1958 Fiat 1100 vs. 1971 Honda 1300
To start off, 1971 Honda 1300 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,296 cc, 1971 Honda 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Honda 1300 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1958 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Honda 1300, 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, 1971 Honda 1300 (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Honda 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 1100 | 1971 Honda 1300 | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 1100 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1296 cc |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 35 L |
