1963 Fiat 500 vs. 2013 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2013 Honda CR-V is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda CR-V (182 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda CR-V weights approximately 1061 kg more than 1963 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Honda CR-V is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Honda CR-V (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 500. 2013 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1963 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1963 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Fiat 500 | 2013 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 500 | CR-V |
Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1601 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 58 L |