1961 Fiat Berline vs. 1998 Honda CRX
To start off, 1998 Honda CRX is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda CRX (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Berline weights approximately 214 kg more than 1998 Honda CRX.
Because 1961 Fiat Berline 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 Berline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda CRX, 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, 1961 Fiat Berline (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda CRX. (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat Berline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat Berline | 1998 Honda CRX | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Berline | CRX |
Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 45 L |