1961 Fiat 500 vs. 1996 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1996 Honda CR-V is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CR-V (128 HP) has 106 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 500. (22 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda CR-V weights approximately 960 kg more than 1961 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Honda CR-V (180 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 500. (36 Nm). This means 1996 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 500. 1996 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1961 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1961 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 500 | 1996 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 500 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 8.8 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2620 mm |
