1961 Fiat 1100 vs. 2007 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 46 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 692 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 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Honda CR-V (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1100. 2007 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1961 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1961 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1100 | 2007 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 1100 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1562 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 58 L |
