1961 Fiat 1100 vs. 2004 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2004 Honda HR-V is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda HR-V weights approximately 250 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Fiat 1100 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 1961 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda HR-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, 2004 Honda HR-V (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1100 | 2004 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 1100 | HR-V |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 73 L |
