1960 Fiat 600 vs. 2008 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda HR-V (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda HR-V weights approximately 567 kg more than 1960 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Fiat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-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 HR-V (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 600 | 2008 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 600 | HR-V |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
