1971 Fiat 500 vs. 2008 Honda Stream
To start off, 2008 Honda Stream is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Stream weights approximately 924 kg more than 1971 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Stream, 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 Stream (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Fiat 500 | 2008 Honda Stream | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 500 | Stream |
Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 497 cc | 1668 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 27 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 94.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 55 L |