1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 1965 Honda F1
To start off, 1965 Honda F1 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,494 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Honda F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Honda F1 (217 HP @ 12000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Honda F1 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1965 Honda F1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1200 | 1965 Honda F1 | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 1200 | F1 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 12000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 40 L |
