1961 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 2012 Honda Stream
To start off, 2012 Honda Stream is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Stream (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Stream weights approximately 510 kg more than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Fiat Cabriolet 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 Cabriolet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Stream, 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, 2012 Honda Stream (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat Cabriolet | 2012 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Cabriolet | Stream |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 55 L |
