1968 Fiat 500 vs. 2008 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda FR-V is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda FR-V weights approximately 937 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500.
Because 1968 Fiat 500 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 1968 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda FR-V, 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, 2008 Honda FR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 500 | 2008 Honda FR-V | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 500 | FR-V |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 27 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1447 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 2120 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 58 L |