1959 Fiat 600 vs. 2009 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda FR-V is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda FR-V (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda FR-V weights approximately 702 kg more than 1959 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 600 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 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda FR-V, 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, 2009 Honda FR-V (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 600. 2009 Honda FR-V has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda FR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 600 | 2009 Honda FR-V | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 600 | FR-V |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 633 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2120 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 58 L |