1958 Fiat 1400 vs. 2007 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 49 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V 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, 2007 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, 2007 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1400. 2007 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1958 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1958 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 1400 | 2007 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 1400 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
