1958 Fiat 1400 vs. 1999 Honda Today
To start off, 1999 Honda Today is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Fiat 1400 (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Fiat 1400 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Fiat 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today 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, 1958 Fiat 1400 (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1958 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Fiat 1400 | 1999 Honda Today | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 1400 | Today |
Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |