1964 Fiat 850 vs. 2003 Honda Life
To start off, 2003 Honda Life is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 767 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Fiat 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Life (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 850. (33 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Life weights approximately 120 kg more than 1964 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Life 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, 2003 Honda Life (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 850. (55 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Life will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 850 | 2003 Honda Life | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 850 | Life |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2370 mm |
