1970 Fiat 500 vs. 1996 Honda CRX
To start off, 1996 Honda CRX is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CRX (131 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda CRX weights approximately 570 kg more than 1970 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX, 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, 1996 Honda CRX (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Fiat 500 | 1996 Honda CRX | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 500 | CRX |
Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2380 mm |