1967 Fiat 500 vs. 2009 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 981 kg more than 1967 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (336 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 500. 2009 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 1967 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1967 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 500 | 2009 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 500 | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 83 L |
