1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 2008 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 49 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (53 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 255 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 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200. 2008 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. 2008 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1200 | 2008 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 1200 | CR-V |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 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 | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
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 | 925 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 58 L |