1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 1996 Honda CR-V

To start off, 1996 Honda CR-V is newer by 37 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CR-V (128 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (57 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda CR-V weights approximately 595 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 1996 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Honda CR-V (180 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm). This means 1996 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200. 1996 Honda CR-V 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. 1996 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Fiat 1200 1996 Honda CR-V
Make Fiat Honda
Model 1200 CR-V
Year Released 1959 1996
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1220 cc 1999 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 57 HP 128 HP
Torque 83 Nm 180 Nm
Engine Bore Size 72 mm 84 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.3:1 8.8
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 905 kg 1500 kg
Vehicle Length 4040 mm 4560 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2620 mm


 

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