1958 Fiat 1100 vs. 2006 Honda CR-V

To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 48 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 828 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 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V 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, 2006 Honda CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1100.

Compare all specifications:

1958 Fiat 1100 2006 Honda CR-V
Make Fiat Honda
Model 1100 CR-V
Year Released 1958 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1089 cc 2204 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 43 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 73 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 68 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 74.9 mm 97.1 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 870 kg 1698 kg
Vehicle Length 3780 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1460 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2340 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 57 L 60 L