1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 1993 Honda Integra
To start off, 1993 Honda Integra is newer by 34 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 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Integra weights approximately 230 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 1200 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 1959 Fiat 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Honda Integra, 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, 1993 Honda Integra (171 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200. 1993 Honda Integra has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1200 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Honda Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1200 | 1993 Honda Integra | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 1200 | Integra |
Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2560 mm |