1961 Fiat 1500 vs. 2011 Honda CR-Z
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-Z is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda CR-Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda CR-Z (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1500. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda CR-Z should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda CR-Z weights approximately 297 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Fiat 1500 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 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda CR-Z, 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, 2011 Honda CR-Z (173 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1500. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda CR-Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1500 | 2011 Honda CR-Z | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 1500 | CR-Z |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4079 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2436 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 40 L |
