1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 2008 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 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 51 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda HR-V weights approximately 357 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1300. 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 1961 Fiat 1300. 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1300 | 2008 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 1300 | HR-V |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
