1959 Fiat 1800 vs. 1991 Honda CRX
To start off, 1991 Honda CRX is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda CRX (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1800 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1991 Honda CRX.
Because 1959 Fiat 1800 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 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Honda CRX, 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, 1959 Fiat 1800 (127 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda CRX. (121 Nm). This means 1959 Fiat 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1800 | 1991 Honda CRX | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 1800 | CRX |
Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 121 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 74.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 84.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2310 mm |